53-Sec 02 41 16 - DEMOLITION.pdf

DEMOLITION

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SECTION 02 41 16

DEMOLITION

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 WORK INCLUDED

A. Remove all items shown on the plans including the following:

1. Remove designated concrete curb and sidewalk.

1.02 RELATED WORK

A. Section 31 23 33: Excavation, Backfill and Compaction

1.03 EXISTING CONDITIONS

A. Conduct demolition to minimize interference with traffic and other property access. Maintain protected egress and access at all times.

B. Provide, erect, and maintain temporary barriers and security devices.

C. Traffic

1. Conduct site preparation, removals and salvaging operations to ensure minimum interference with roads, streets, walks and other adjacent occupied or used facilities. Do not close or obstruct streets, walks or other occupied or used facilities without permission from authorities having jurisdiction.

D. Protection

1. Contractor shall minimize removal of existing asphalt pavement. In the event curb and sidewalk cannot be removed without damaging pavement, restore damaged pavement in accordance with Section 32 12 23.

2. Contractor shall be responsible for the protection of existing facilities and improvements, indicated to remain in place, within the area of the site where his work is being done.

3. Contractor shall be responsible for the protection of existing facilities on adjoining properties.

4. Any disturbances to the work and improvements or any impairment of facilities resulting from work of this Section, shall be promptly restored, repaired or replaced at no extra cost to the owner.

E. Protection of Existing Utilities

1. Pursuant to the requirements of Pennsylvania Act 172, the Contractor shall contact the Pennsylvania One Call System at 1-800-242-1776 at least three days prior to any excavation work.

2. Utility companies owning services that will be affected by alteration and removal of demolition work shall be notified in advance according to the requirements of the utility.

3. The existence and location of underground utilities are not guaranteed and shall be

02 41 16-2 investigated and verified in the field by the Contractor before starting work. Excavation in the vicinity of the existing utilities shall be carried on with extreme caution. Utilities encountered on the Owner's property are to be maintained in existing condition unless otherwise indicated on the drawings. All existing underground utilities, storm piping and associated structures designated for removal shall be completely removed in accordance with the utility company or agency having jurisdiction. Underground utilities designated to be abandoned in place shall be properly plugged and abandoned in accordance with the regulations of the utility company or agency having jurisdiction. Material removed shall be disposed of off-site in a lawful manner.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.01 GENERAL

A. Products and materials utilized in this item of work shall be subject to the approval of the Owner’s representative.

2.02 RESTORATION

A. Products and materials used in restoration and repair of private and public property shall be of a quality equal to or better than the original project or material.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.01 PREPARATION

A. Locate existing active utilities and verify whether each utility will remain in service and therefore requires protection of is part of the demolition and removal activity.

B. Protect existing items which are not indicated to be altered.

C. Prior to starting work make arrangements with the proper authorities for turning off and disconnecting utilities in conjunction with demolition activities. Disconnect, remove, and cap designated utility services within demolition areas. Mark location of disconnected utilities.

Identify and indicate capping locations on Project Record Documents.

D. Visit the premises and verify all conditions covering the work of this Section and verify all dimensions. Examine all drawings covering the work of this Section and refer to all other drawings that may affect the work of this Section or require coordination with other trades.

Before starting the work of this Section, make a thorough examination of all portions of the premises in which the work of this Section is to be performed. Check all of the work adjoining, adjacent to, and underlying the locations where the work of this Section is to be performed. Report to the Engineer any and all conditions that may interfere with or otherwise affect or prevent the proper execution and/or completion of the work of this Section. Do not commence work until any and all such conditions have been corrected by the trade or trades responsible.

E. Demolish in an orderly and careful manner. Protect any existing structures to remain from damage.

F. Do not disturb existing paving unless it becomes necessary to do so in order to complete other work.

G. Except where noted otherwise, immediately remove demolished materials from site.

H. Remove materials to be re installed or retained in manner to prevent damage.

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I. Remove and promptly dispose of contaminated, vermin infested, or dangerous materials encountered.

J. Remove demolished materials from site as work progresses. Upon completion of work, leave areas of work in clean condition.

K. In the event of discrepancy, immediately notify the Owner’s Engineer. Do not proceed with work of this Section in areas of discrepancy until all such discrepancies have been fully resolved. Should any work performed under this Section expose previously unknown major conditions, all work shall be stopped and the matter reported immediately to the Engineer for instructions. However, the Contractor shall use any measures necessary to insure adequate safety conditions.

L. Appropriate erosion and sediment control measures (as shown on the Contract Drawings or otherwise required to complete the work) should be installed prior to commencement of work of this Section.

3.03 CLEAN-UP

A. Execute work in such a manner as to avoid interference with, use of, or passage to and from adjoining spaces and facilities. Do not burn materials or debris on premises. Remove from the site all rubbish and debris resulting from work of this Section.

B. Do not allow the accumulation of scraps and debris arising from the work of this Section.

Maintain the premises in a neat and orderly condition at all times. Daily clean-up of construction areas is required.

3.04 DISPOSAL OF DEBRIS

A. All items of demolition within the contract limits, including stones, rubbish, utility lines and fixtures, plant material, and similar items shall be, unless otherwise directed, the Contractor's property and shall promptly be removed from the site and disposed of in a legal manner, in a state approved disposal area.

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