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75.00-ENV-005 Boilerplate Requirements for Construction and Services Contractors

EH&S Boilerplate Requirements for Construction and Services Contractors

Revision:

Initial Release

Document Control Number: 75.00-ENV-005-FW Date: 9/26/11

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Procedure

Responsible Organization: WCF/OSD/EH&S Branch

Approved By: Colleen McKinney

Signature: <SIGNED>

1.0 Purpose: To define the requirements for contractor personnel performing construction or other temporary maintenance or engineering services at the

WCF.

2.0 Scope: Applies to the BEP’s Western Currency Facility in Fort Worth.

3.0 Roles and Responsibility:

3.1 The EMS Facility Management Representative is responsible for:

Coordinating with Office of Acquisition personnel on the need for revisions to this document.

Coordinating with the COTR’s on any special EH&S requirements that may arise during construction and other contracted services.

3.2 COTR’s are responsible for:

Communicating the specifications of this procedure to contractors (as applicable).

Communicating with the EMS Facility Management Representative when these boilerplate requirements need to be changed.

3.3 Contractor Personnel are responsible for:

Following these requirements.

Communicating with their COTR when there is uncertainty about these specifications.

4.0 Specifications:

4.1. GENERAL

4.1.1 Contracted services must be performed in a manner consistent with the Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP) Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) policy (see section 4.1.2), and applicable EHS laws, regulations and other applicable requirements. The BEP contractually transfers responsibility to its contractors for compliance with applicable

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75.00-ENV-005 Boilerplate Requirements for Construction and Services Contractors environmental, health, and safety laws and regulations, BEP policies, and for adherence to standards identified in contracts.

All contractors working at the Bureau must comply with the requirements and procedures established through the BEP Environmental Management System (EMS). Those requirements include those contained in this document and those that are communicated by the COTR or the EH&S Branch.

4.1.2 BEP EH&S Policy

All contractors conducting construction or other services at the Western Currency Facility must carry out their contractual services in a manner that is consistent with the principles reflected in BEP’s EH&S Policy.

It is the policy of the Bureau of Engraving and Printing to produce the currency of the United States of America and other securities in a manner that minimizes negative environmental, health and safety impacts of our operations and products to the fullest extent possible. Specifically the Bureau commits to:

The preservation of human and natural resources through injury and illness risk reduction and environmental stewardship;

Work to continually improve the Bureau’s environmental, health and safety management system by identifying and analyzing EHS aspects and impacts, developing plans and programs to minimize negative impacts and to periodically evaluate the results;

Integrate EHS considerations into all business decisions, including forecasting changes to the internal and external business environment and establishing direction to address anticipated changes.

Comply with all applicable Federal, state and local environmental, health and safety laws and regulations, Executive Orders and other requirements;

Implement pollution prevention practices in order to realize overall improvements in environmental performance outcomes; and

Support all Bureau personnel at all levels in their responsibilities to prevent pollution to the environment and eliminate risks to human health and safety wherever and whenever possible.

4.2 Competency, Training and Awareness

4.2.1 Construction and Service Contractors will attend an Preconstruction EH&S Briefing prior to the beginning of their onsite project.

4.2.2 Contractors are responsible for ensuring that all contract personnel assigned to the project are trained and competent to carry out their

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4.2.3 Records of Competency and Training: The contractor shall maintain records of training and verification of competency, which will be made available upon request by CO/COTR.

4.2.4 The contractor is responsible for the competency of their contract staff working at BEP. When contract employees are identified as being not competent. The COTR or CO may require the contractor to take appropriate corrective action as part of the contracted services.

Appropriate corrective action may include changes to the contractor’s training and competency evaluation procedures.

4.3 SUBMITTALS

The Contractor shall submit the following EHS submittals to the BEP:

4.3.1 Safety & Fire Prevention Plan: The Contractor shall submit a project-specific Safety & Fire Prevention Plan for review and approval. The plan shall demonstrate that the Contractor understands the relevant safety, health, and fire prevention requirements necessary for the project. The plan must be submitted and approved prior to notice to proceed.

4.3.2 Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS): For each chemical-based product they intend to use, the Contractor shall submit an MSDS to the COTR for review by the EH&S Branch prior to bringing the product onsite. Once approved, no substitutions are allowed without prior approval.

4.3.3 Waste Management Plan: The Contractor, COTR and EH&S Branch staff shall discuss and review the following during the preconstruction meeting:

a) Contractor’s construction waste management strategy,

b) Procedures, schedules, specific requirements for waste materials recycling, disposal and coordination, and

c) Interface between the Contractor and other construction activities.

The Contractor may be required to write a Waste Management Plan that outlines the agreed-upon procedures and submit it to the COTR for review and approval by the EH&S Branch before disposing of waste generated from the site (Target: Submit the Plan 10 (ten) days prior to start of work).

4.3.4 Environmental Records: A copy of environmental records will be provided to the Bureau’s COTR upon request by the CO/COTR. These records include, but may not be limited to:

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b) Records associated with monitoring or measurement of environmental and/or health and safety controls,

c) spill reports,

d) Waste manifests and/or bill of lading associated with the shipment and disposal of waste materials.

4.4 BEP INTERNAL PERMITS

The following BEP permitting procedures are required for contractor activities:

4.4.1 Hot Work Permit (Hot Work Permit BEP Form 9279-WF): If the project requires cutting, welding, grinding, burning or fire suppression system/alarm outages, a permit must be obtained by the Contractor from the EH&S Branch prior to starting the operation. This includes sprinkler outages, work involving Fire Management System input and output devices, etc.

4.4.2 Confined Space Entry Permits (where applicable) (Confined Space

Entry Permit Form BEP 9277-WF): The COTR shall initiate/coordinate issuance of a confined space permit in advance of a scheduled entrance.

Where applicable, the EH&S Branch will conduct a hazard evaluation and issue a confined space entry permit. The Contractor must adhere to all requirements of the Facility’s Permit Required Confined Space Permit.

4.5 External Permits from Regulatory Agencies

Some projects may require the BEP to obtain amendments or modifications to existing Air and Industrial Wastewater Discharge Permits.

Some construction projects may require the Contractor to obtain a Construction Stormwater Permit. In such cases, the Contractor will obtain applicable permits from local, State and federal agencies. The Contractor will also assist BEP and provide technical specifications and information as necessary for the BEP to attain permit authorizations or amendments from external agencies. Projects that may require new permits or permit amendments or modifications include:

4.5.1 Air Permit Amendment: Site preparation activities, installation/use of certain equipment and/or air emissions and air pollution control devices require that the WCF NSR Air Permit be amended and approved by the TCEQ prior to the start of any construction activities.. The COTR will coordinate with the EH&S Branch at the time that the project Business Case is submitted for approval. The Contractor will assist BEP by providing technical specifications and support necessary for the BEP to secure necessary Air Permit Amendments.

4.5.2 Air Emissions: The Contractor will not cause any dust or nuisance air emissions that would be subject to environmental permitting or control requirements. The Contractor shall control emissions from activities on-site in accordance with the City of Fort Worth and TCEQ requirements.

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4.5.3 Wastewater Discharge Permit: Site preparations and/or installations for/of new equipment may require modifications to the Bureau Industrial Wastewater Discharge Permit. Any processes that will cause a change in the volume or characteristics of the Bureau wastewater discharge must be reported to the COTR who will seek direction from the EH&S Branch. The Contractor will provide technical specifications and support to BEP necessary to secure any required modifications to the Industrial Wastewater Discharge Permit.

4.5.4 Storm water: Permitting may also be required for exterior construction work, or, if an industrial storm water source is created. When required, the Contractor will file a Notice of Intent with the TCEQ for activities covered under the jurisdiction’s General Permit for construction. The Contractor will implement a Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan per applicable requirements of the General Permit and implement Best Management Practices for storm water protection.

4.5.5 Wastewater Discharge: Contractors will not discharge to drains or sewers without notification and confirmation from the EH&S Branch provided by the COTR.

4.6 HEALTH AND SAFETY

4.6.1 Compliance: The Contractor is responsible for the safety and health of his/her employees and BEP personnel while working on site. The Contractor shall comply with all relevant OSHA, EPA, TCEQ and local requirements, applicable Department of Treasury and BEP safety and health requirements, and the most recent version of applicable standards and codes applicable to the BEP. These codes and standards are listed in Section 5.0 References. In the event of conflict between adopted standards and codes, the more stringent requirement is to be applied (Note: see exception in Fire Protection 4.7.1).

4.6.2 Inspections: The EH&S Branch conducts unannounced EHS inspections throughout BEP work spaces including contractor areas and construction sites. The EH&S Branch maintains the right to stop any work where there is an immediate and serious threat to contractors or BEP employees.

Inspection findings will be forwarded to the COTR and the EH&S Manager. If, during the course of the contract, EH&S personnel note any situations of non-compliance with the Contractor's safety and health program or BEP safety and health requirements, EH&S Branch personnel will verbally bring them to the attention of the COTR and will immediately follow up in writing with a cc: to the CO.

4.6.3 Personal Protective Equipment: The Contractor shall provide personal protective equipment (PPE) to their employees relative to the hazards identified in the Contractor Safety/Fire Prevention Plan, and any BEP issued permits. PPE includes, but may not be limited to, respiratory

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4.6.4 Occupant Protection: Contractors shall protect the occupants of the government building by installing safety rails and barricades as applicable to prevent injury from unauthorized entry of personnel into work areas and shall erect warning signs as necessary to indicate construction areas or hazardous zones.

4.6.5 Housekeeping: Contractors must clean up the work area on a daily basis.

Tools must be secured and stored neatly. Equipment: All equipment, powered industrial trucks, vehicles, scaffolding, ladders, tools, protective equipment, etc., must be in good, safe working order and must comply with OSHA standards.

4.6.6 Prohibited Equipment: Power-actuated fasteners or other power tools such as nail guns are prohibited from use at BEP (unless prior permission is granted). Gasoline and diesel-powered equipment shall not be permitted within the BEP buildings. The use of propane-powered equipment indoors may be approved on a case-by-case basis by

CO/COTR.

4.6.7 Maintenance of Access: Do not block fire extinguishers, passageways, corridors, sidewalks, pedestrian walks, alleys or entranceways of buildings during performance of work under the Contract. Provide appropriate barricades, signs, markers, and other devices or personnel as may be required by the COTR for traffic guides and public safety.

4.6.8 Illumination: The Contractor is responsible for supplying and installing adequate temporary illumination at the job site. The Contractor is responsible for maintaining the temporary illumination in a safe condition at all times.

4.6.9 Accidents, Mishaps and Near Misses: The Contractor must complete an

“Environmental, Health, and Safety Incident Report” (BEP) Form1945, for any incident involving property damage, serious injuries, illnesses, potentially hazardous conditions or general occupational and environmental, health, and safety concerns and ideas. The COTR will provide the form if needed. The original form must be submitted directly to the CO and a copy submitted to the COTR.

4.6.10 Activities Impacting Indoor Air Quality: Many construction-related activities generate and disperse contaminants that adversely impact indoor environmental quality and associated human health and/or safety.

The Contractor must maintain good housekeeping habits to contain dust and construction debris. Engineering controls such as local exhaust ventilation, air filtration devices, and dust partitions shall be employed to

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4.6.11 Existing Utilities: For projects involving cutting, core drilling, jack hammering, or similar activities, the Contractor shall be responsible for identifying hidden electrical lines, piping, ducts, etc. with appropriate survey equipment.

4.6.12 Noise: Compressed air-powered jackhammers may not be used in, on, or near the building without prior approval of the COTR. Approval will be granted only when other means of accomplishing the work are not possible. The use of jackhammers and similar high noise-generating equipment will be restricted to weekend work where the fewest number of BEP employees will be affected.

4.7 FIRE PROTECTION

4.7.1 Compliance: The Contractor will comply with applicable federal fire protection regulations, standards and codes, Department of Treasury and BEP policies and requirements, and BEP adopted standards and codes.

These standards and codes include the International Fire Code (IFC) and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Code. A list of adopted codes and standards is provided in Section 5.0, References. In the event of conflict between adopted standards and codes, the more stringent requirement is to be applied, except that the International Building Code (IBC) Means of Egress Chapter is replaced by the entire contents of the most recent edition of NFPA 101.

4.7.2 Safeguarding Construction and Demolition Operations: Per NFPA

241, Part 10.8.2, where a building is equipped with sprinklers, the sprinkler protection shall be retained in service as long as the condition requiring the use of sprinklers exists.

4.7.3 Egress: The Project shall not impact an established means of egress from the work area or building. Means of egress shall be continuously maintained free of all obstructions and impediments to full instant use in the case of fire or other emergencies. There shall be no locks or devices to prevent emergency egress from or through the construction site.

Exemption: In cases where demolition/construction of an existing egress path would result in hazards to building occupants during egress, approval will be handled on a case-by-case basis.

4.7.4 Flammable Liquids: Gasoline and liquids with a flash point below 100 degrees Fahrenheit shall not be stored inside the building.

4.7.5 Exits: The Contractor shall ensure that every exit from the construction site is marked by a clearly visible sign with the word EXIT in plainly legible letters at least six inches high and with at least a ¾” stroke width. Exit

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75.00-ENV-005 Boilerplate Requirements for Construction and Services Contractors signs shall be illuminated either by internal or external means by a reliable light source giving a value of not less than 5 foot-candles on the illuminated surface.

4.7.6 Preventing Fire Hazards and Damage: The Contractor shall take necessary actions to eliminate possible fire hazards and to prevent damage to construction work, building materials, equipment, temporary field offices, storage sheds and other property. This includes coordinating delivery to minimize long-term storage at project site.

4.7.7 Portable Fire Extinguishers: The Contractor is required to provide their own fire extinguishers, of appropriate type and quantity, at the job site. If a BEP fire extinguisher is used by the Contractor in an emergency, the Contractor shall bear the burden of the replacement cost.

4.7.8 Fire Alarm: The building is equipped with an automatic fire alarm system that sounds an alarm throughout the building. The alarm is both audio (alarm tone and voice) and visual (strobe lights). During planned drills and actual emergencies, Contractor employees must exit the building or contractor’s work area if outdoors, and assemble in BEP established assembly areas. Assembly areas are provided to the Contractor during the project preconstruction meeting or can be obtained from the COTR.

The Contractor’s project Superintendent shall determine if all Contractor employees are accounted for. If an employee is missing, the Superintendent shall notify the nearest BEP Police Officer.

4.7.9 Emergency Response Procedures:

All emergencies are to be reported to the Police Command Center. The Internal Emergency number for all in-house phones is “0”. If dialing from an outside line contact the Police Command Center at (817) 847-3700.

If you are involved in an actual fire, discover fire and/or unaccounted for smoke or heat, remember “RACE.” The following four steps are to be followed:

1. Remove people in a life-threatened situation. If a person is overcome by smoke or for another reason needs to be immediately removed from the fire-involved area, help but without putting your own life in danger.

2. Alarm: Sound the alarm as follows:

a. Pull the nearest manual pull station (if it is not already sounding).

These are located near every stairwell door and at midpoints in long corridors;

b. Call Police Command Center by dialing “0” Tell the Command Center the size and nature of the fire, exact location of the fire, if any people are in danger, and any other pertinent information. DO NOT hang up as the Command Center may have specific questions. If you do not have telephone access, notify the nearest Police Officer.

3. Close the door to the fire-involved room. If you are not at the site of the

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4. Evacuate the building or the contractor’s work area if outside, and assemble at your predetermined assembly area.

4.8. ELECTRICAL SAFETY

4.8.1 Compliance: The Contractor will comply with applicable OSHA standards, the National Electrical Code (NEC) and other adopted codes and standards identified in Section 5.0, References. As noted in other sections of this specification, in the event of conflict between the standards and codes, the more stringent requirement is to be applied.

4.8.2 Lock Out/Tag Out: Energized parts shall be de-energized before the employee works on or near them, unless de-energizing introduces additional or increased hazards. The de-energizing of building circuits shall be performed by the Building O&M Contractor. Before beginning service or maintenance, the Contractor shall prepare for shutdown; shut down the machine; disconnect or isolate the machine from the energy source(s); apply the lock out or tag out device(s); release, restrain or otherwise render safe all potential hazardous stored or residual energy;

and verify isolation and de-energizing of the machine. Before removing lock out or tag out devices, inspect machines or their components to assure that they are operationally intact; and check to assure that everyone is positioned safely away from the machines.

4.8.3 Portable Electric Equipment: Portable equipment shall be handled in a manner which will not cause damage or electrical shock. Flexible electric cords (extension cords) connected to equipment may not be used for raising or lowering the equipment. Flexible cords may not be fastened with staples or otherwise hung in a fashion that could damage the outer jacket or insulation. Flexible cords shall be inspected regularly and removed from service if insulation is damaged. All hand and portable-powered tools must be maintained in good condition and in a safe working order.

4.8.4 Ground-Fault Circuit-Interrupters (GFCI): Portable or cord-connected

GFCI shall be provided by and used by the Contractor whenever working in wet areas or as otherwise required by the NEC.

4.9 COMPRESSED GAS CYLINDER SAFETY

4.9.1 Compliance: The Contractor will comply with applicable OSHA standards and Compress Gas Association (CGA) specifications and other adopted codes and standards identified in Section 5.0, References. As noted in other sections of this specification, in the event of conflict between the standards and codes, the more stringent requirement is to be applied.

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4.9.2 Inspection: Contractors must inspect compressed gas cylinders per standards displayed in the Compressed Gas Association (CGA) pamphlets. Unlabeled cylinders are not to be used.

4.9.3 Storage Procedures: The following compressed gas cylinder requirements are the minimum safety procedures to be used:

Cylinders are to be stored in an upright (vertical) position;

When a cylinder is in storage, keep the steel protective cap screwed on;

Group cylinders by types of gas;

Store full and empty cylinders apart;

Store gases so that old stock is removed and used first;

To keep cylinders from falling over, secure them with chains, cables, or other approved restraining devices to a secure area such as a wall. Individual cylinders shall not be left unattended while unsecured anywhere in BEP facilities;

Store compressed gas containers in dry, well-ventilated areas away from exits and stairways;

Do not store compressed gas containers in high pedestrian and vehicle traffic areas;

Store oxygen cylinders at least 20 feet from flammables or combustibles or separate them by a 5-foot, fire-resistant barrier;

Keep oil and grease away from oxygen cylinders and valves;

If your hands, gloves, or clothing are oily, do not handle oxygen cylinders; and Ensure there are appropriate fire extinguishers near the storage area

4.10 POWERED INDUSTRIAL TRUCKS (PITs)

4.10.1 Compliance: The Contractor will comply with applicable OSHA standards regarding powered industrial trucks.

4.10.2 PIT Labeling: The Contractor shall place contact information on PITs.

4.10.3 Equipment Inspections: The Contractor shall conduct regular inspections, identifying trucks that need repair, are defective, or are hazardous and remove them from service. Industrial trucks shall be inspected/examined before being placed into service by the operator, and shall not be placed into service if the inspection shows any condition adversely affecting the safe operation of the vehicle.

4.10.4 Battery Charging: Battery charging operations shall be performed per instructions from the COTR.

4.10.5 Traffic Regulations and the Safe Operation of the Industrial Trucks:

The Contractor shall, when in transit, wear safety belts, adhere to posted speed limits, yield the right of way to pedestrian traffic, maintain safe

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The driver shall look in the direction and keep clear view of the path of travel. The operator must make sure that the audible back-up alarm is activated when the truck is moving in reverse.

4.10.6 Material Handling: Only safely arranged loads that are within the rated capacity of the truck shall be handled. Industrial truck operators shall approach and enter elevators slowly with the load end facing forward and shall enter the elevator or confined space with the load end facing rear..

Operators must know the capacity of the elevator and assure the weight of the truck and its load do not exceed the capacity. Once on the elevator, the truck controls shall be neutralized, power shut off, the brakes set, and the operator dismounted from the truck. Before exiting the elevator, the operator shall sound the truck’s horn and the audible back-up alarm to alert pedestrians. Proper head gear (bump caps or hard hats) shall be worn while operating industrial trucks without an overhead guard. All truck operators shall place wheel blocks under the rear wheels to prevent the truck from rolling while unloading the vehicle.

4.11 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT

4.11.1 Compliance: As applicable to their onsite activities, Contractors will comply with applicable Federal and local regulations and standards related to environmental protection including those promulgated by the U.S. EPA, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), or the City of Fort Worth.

4.11.2 Inspections: See 4.6.2

4.11.3 Spills and Releases: The Contractor shall manage spill and releases including prevention, notification, identification of abnormal conditions and corrective action as follows:

4.11.4 Spill Release Prevention: Contractors will provide adequate spill/release prevention equipment and procedures for all materials stored or used on site.

4.11.5 Spill Notification: In the event of a spill, contractors will immediately notify the Police Command Center (dial 0 from any internal line) or (817) 847-3700 if calling from an external telephone or cellular phone.

4.11.6 Abnormal Conditions: Contractors will notify the COTR of any abnormal environmental conditions found during work conducted at the facility.

Visibly discolored soils, soils with discernible odor, and/or heavily stained concrete must not be removed from the site without prior approval provided by the COTR from the EH&S Branch.

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4.11.7 Corrective Action: The Contractor will coordinate with the BEP regarding corrective action to contain/control and remediate any hazardous substance release or other contamination caused by the Contractor’s activities at the BEP facility. The Contractor is responsible for the cost of any corrective action to address hazardous substance release or other contamination caused by the Contractor arising in connection with the Contractor’s activities at the BEP, including, but not limited to, costs to the BEP to complete corrective action and payment of any fines or penalties imposed by Federal, State, and local regulatory agencies.

4.11.8 Waste Management:

The Contractor shall containerize all generated hazardous waste into Department of Transportation approved containers, supplied by the contractor. Additionally, the Contractor shall label and store all waste material generated from on-site activities in compliance with all State and federal regulations, applicable BEP procedures, and the Contractor’s Waste Management Plan.

Requirements for handling, manifesting and disposal of hazardous or non-hazardous industrial solid waste generated during the project will be defined in the project Statement of Work and discussed during the preconstruction meeting.

4.11.9 NEPA Requirements: Some construction projects may trigger NEPA requirements that would require the BEP to further assess environmental impacts, in accordance with Treasury Directive 75-02. In such cases the contractor will provide technical specifications or project information as may be relevant to fulfilling NEPA requirements.

4.11.10 Sustainability Program: Treasury Directive 75-09 (Environmental

Management and Sustainability Program) requires the Bureau of Engraving and Printing to employ sustainable environmental practices and implement life-cycle costs effective and efficient programs. This includes employing sustainable environmental practices in acquisition of goods and services. Requirements of this Treasury Directive, as may be applicable to the project, will be contained in the Statement of Work. The Contractor will deliver goods and services as appropriate to enable the BEP to meet the intent of Treasury Directive 75-09.

5.0. REFERENCES

1. EXECUTIVE ORDERS (EO)

a. EO 11514, “Protection and Enhancement of Environmental

Quality,” March 5, 1970, as amended by E.O. 11991, May 24, 1977.

b. EO 11988, “Floodplain Management,” May 24, 1977.

c. EO 11990, “Protection of Wetlands,” May 24, 1977.

d. EO 12088, “Federal Compliance with Pollution Control Standards,”

October 13, 1978.

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e. EO 12196, “Occupational Safety and Health Programs for Federal Employees”, February 26, 1980 as amended by E.O. 12223, June 30, 1980.

f. EO 13221, “Energy Efficient Standby Power Devices”, July 31, 2001.

g. EO 13423, “Strengthening Federal Environmental, Energy, and Transportation Management”

h. EO 13514 “Federal Leadership in Environmental, Energy, and Economic Performance”

2. CODE OF FEDERAL REGULATIONS (CFR)

a. 29 CFR, Labor

b. 40 CFR, Protection of the Environment

c. 49 CFR, Transportation

3. NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL STANDARDS

a. UFAS - Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards

b. ASTM - American Society of Testing Materials

c. ACI - American Concrete Institute

d. AISC - American Institute of Steel Construction

e. ANSI - American National Standards Institute

f. ASHRAE - American Society of Heating and Refrigeration and Air

Conditioning Engineers

g. CGA - Compressed Gas Association

h. FM - Factory Mutual

i. International Building Code

j. NEC - National Electrical Code

k. NSPC - National Standard Plumbing Code

l. NFPA - National Fire Protection Association

m. UL - Underwriters Laboratory

4. State of Texas Statutes and Regulations (as codified in the Texas

Administrative Code Title 30)

5. TREASURY DIRECTIVES (TD)

a. TD 75-02, “Department of the Treasury Environmental Quality

Program,” September 25, 1990.

b. 75-04 Energy Management Program

c. 75-09 Environmental Management and Sustainability Program

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