541-18-101 - Upgrade Fire Alarm - Bid Documents Specifications 02.pdf

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Department of Veterans Affairs Louis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center

WADE PARK

10701 East Boulevard, Cleveland, OH 44106

Upgrade Fire Alarm Project No. 541-18-101

PREPARED BY:

FF&H | Now IMEG 672 East Royalton Road

Broadview Heights, Ohio 44147 P (440) 546-9696 F (440) 546-9699

Project Director: Michael Long

Perspectus 1300 East 9th St, Ste. 910

Cleveland, Ohio 44114 P (216) 752-1800

Project Director: Tim Huffman

BID DOCUMENTS SUBMISSION

ISSUE DATE: May 14, 2021

VA PROJECT NO. 541-18-101

LOUIS STOKES CLEVELAND VAMC – UPGRADE FIRE ALARM

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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

SPECIFICATIONS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Section 00 01 10

Section PAGES

DIVISION 0 - SPECIAL SECTIONS

00 01 10 Table of Contents 1-3 00 01 15 Drawing Index 1-7

DIVISION 1 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01 00 00 General Requirements (TOC: 1) 1-29

OSHA Requirements and Safety And Health Regulations - Pre-Construction Risk Assessment - Construction Safety Poster -

Interim Life Safety Risk Assessment Form - Contractor Safety and Security Orientation - Job Safety Check Sheet -

01 32 16.15 Project Schedules 1-11 01 33 23 Shop Drawings, Product Data, and Samples 1-8 01 35 26 Safety Requirements 1-82 01 42 19 Reference Standards 1-5 01 45 00 Quality Control 1-16

01 74 19 Construction Waste Management 1-6

01 81 13 Sustainable Construction Requirements 1-6 01 91 00 General Commissioning Requirements 1-53

DIVISION 2 – EXISTING CONDITIONS

02 41 00 Demolition 1-3

DIVISION 3 – CONCRETE

Not used

DIVISION 4 – MASONRY

Not used

DIVISION 5 – METALS

Not used

DIVISION 6 - WOOD, PLASTICS AND COMPOSITES

06 10 00 Rough Carpentry 1-2

DIVISION 7 - THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

07 81 00 Applied Fireproofing 1-7 07 84 00 Firestopping 1-4

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07 92 00 Joint Sealants 1-7

DIVISION 8 - OPENINGS

08 11 13 Hollow Metal Doors and Frames 1-5 08 14 00 Interior Wood Doors 1-4 08 71 00 Door Hardware 1-9

DIVISION 9 – FINISHES

09 22 16 Non-Structural Metal Framing 1-2 09 29 00 Gypsum Board 1-4 09 65 13 Resilient Base 1-2 09 91 00 Painting 1-8

DIVISION 10 – SPECIALTIES

Not used

DIVISION 11 – EQUIPMENT

Not used

DIVISION 12 – FURNISHINGS

Not used

DIVISION 13 - SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION

Not used

DIVISION 14– CONVEYING EQUIPEMENT

Not used

DIVISION 21- FIRE SUPPRESSION

21 13 13 Wet-Pipe Sprinkler Systems 1-7

DIVISION 22 – PLUMBING

Not used

DIVISION 23 – HEATING, VENTILATING, AND AIR CONDITIONING

23 05 11 Common Work Results for HVAC 1-10 23 05 93 Testing, Adjusting, and Balancing for HVAC 1-6 23 07 11 HVAC Insulation 1-11 23 31 00 HVAC Ducts and Casings 1-7 23 37 00 Air Outlets and Inlets 1-3

DIVISION 26 – ELECTRICAL

26 05 11 Requirements for Electrical Installations 1-9 26 05 19 Low Voltage Electrical Power Conductors and Cables 1-6 26 05 26 Grounding and Bonding for Electrical Systems 1-4

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26 05 33 Raceway and Boxes for Electrical Systems 1-10 26 27 26 Wiring Devices 1-5

DIVISION 27 – COMMUNICATIONS

Not used

DIVISION 28 – ELECTRONIC SAFETY AND SECURITY

28 05 00 Common Work Results for Electronic Safety and Security 1-57 28 05 11 Requirements for Electronic Safety and Security Installations 1-6 28 05 13 Conductors and Cables for Electronic Safety and Security 1-15 28 05 26 Grounding and Bonding for Electronic Safety and Security 1-5 28 05 28.33 Conduits and Backboxes for Electronic Safety and Security 1-10 28 08 00 Commissioning of Electronic Safety and Security Systems 1-3 28 31 00 Fire Detection and Alarm 1-23

DIVISION 31 – EARTHWORK

Not used

DIVISION 32 – EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS

Not used

DIVISION 33 – UTILITIES

Not used

DIVISION 34 – TRANSPORTATION

Not used

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http://www.va.gov/facmgt/standard/spec/280526.doc

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SECTION 00 01 15

DRAWING INDEX

The Drawings listed below accompanying this Specification form a part of the Contract.

DRAWING NO. TITLE

GENERAL

X-0.1 COVER SHEET

ARCHITECTURAL

A-1-01 BUILDING 1 – PARTIAL ARCHITECTURAL FLOOR PLANS

FIRE PROTECTION

FP-1-01 PARTIAL SECOND AND FIFTH FLOOR FIRE PROTECTION PLAN

MECHANICAL

M-1-01 PARTIAL SECOND AND FIFTH FLOOR MECHANICAL PLANS

FIRE ALARM

FA-L-0.1 ELECTRICAL SYMBOL LEGEND AND GENERAL NOTES

FA-L-0.2 FIRE ALARM INPUT/OUTPUT AND ZONE TRIGGER MATRIX

FA-K-SB SUB-BASEMENT FIRE ALARM ZONE PLAN

FA-K-B BASEMENT FIRE ALARM ZONE PLAN

FA-K-1 FIRST FLOOR FIRE ALARM ZONE PLAN

FA-K-2 SECOND FLOOR FIRE ALARM ZONE PLAN

FA-K-3 THIRD FLOOR FIRE ALARM ZONE PLAN

FA-K-4 FOURTH FLOOR FIRE ALARM ZONE PLAN

FA-K-5 FIFTH FLOOR FIRE ALARM ZONE PLAN

FA-K-6 SIXTH FLOOR FIRE AND PENTHOUSE ALARM ZONE PLANS

FA-E-1.1 BUILDING 1 - MAIN TOWER –

ENLARGED FIRE ALARM EQUIPMENT PLANS (1 OF 5)

FA-E-1.2 BUILDING 1 - MAIN TOWER –

ENLARGED FIRE ALARM EQUIPMENT PLANS (2 OF 5)

FA-E-1.3 BUILDING 1 - MAIN TOWER –

ENLARGED FIRE ALARM EQUIPMENT PLANS (3 OF 5)

FA-E-1.4 BUILDING 1 - MAIN TOWER –

ENLARGED FIRE ALARM EQUIPMENT PLANS (4 OF 5)

DRAWING NO. TITLE

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FA-E-1.5 BUILDING 1 - MAIN TOWER –

ENLARGED FIRE ALARM EQUIPMENT PLANS (5 OF 5)

FA-E-2.1 BUILDING 2 - ACC –

ENLARGED FIRE ALARM EQUIPMENT LOCATION PLANS

FA-E-3.1 BUILDING 3 - CARES TOWER –

ENLARGED FIRE ALARM EQUIPMENT PLANS (1 OF 3)

FA-E-3.2 BUILDING 3 - CARES TOWER –

ENLARGED FIRE ALARM EQUIPMENT PLANS (2 OF 3)

FA-E-3.3 BUILDING 3 - CARES TOWER –

ENLARGED FIRE ALARM EQUIPMENT PLANS (3 OF 3)

FA-E-4.1 BUILDING 4 - RESEARCH WING –

ENLARGED FIRE ALARM EQUIPMENT PLANS (1 OF 1)

FA-E-5.1 BUILDING 5 - ENERGY CENTER –

ENLARGED FIRE ALARM EQUIPMENT PLANS (1 OF 1)

FA-E-6.1 BUILDING 6 - PALMSLAB WAREHOUSE –

ENLARGED FIRE ALARM EQUIPMENT PLANS (1 OF 1)

FA-A-1.1 NODE 1.1 -

MAIN BUILDING BASEMENT - ADDRESSABLE

FA-A-1.2 NODE 1.2 –

MAIN BUILDING BASEMENT – ADDRESSABLE

FA-A-1.3a NODE 1.3 –

MAIN BUILDING SUB-BASEMENT – ADDRESSABLE

FA-A-1.3b NODE 1.3 –

MAIN BUILDING BASEMENT – ADDRESSABLE

FA-A-1.3c NODE 1.3 –

PARKING STRUCTURE BASEMENT – ADDRESSABLE

FA-A-1.3d NODE 1.3 –

PARKING STRUCTURE FIRST FLOOR – ADDRESSABLE

FA-A-1.3e NODE 1.3 –

PARKING STRUCTURE SECOND FLOOR – ADDRESSABLE

FA-A-1.3f NODE 1.3 –

PARKING STRUCTURE THIRD FLOOR – ADDRESSABLE

FA-A-1.4 NODE 1.4 –

MAIN BUILDING FIRST FLOOR – ADDRESSABLE

FA-A-1.5 NODE 1.5 –

MAIN BUILDING BASEMENT AND FIRST FLOOR – ADDRESSABLE

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FA-A-1.6 NODE 1.6 –

MAIN BUILDING FIRST FLOOR – ADDRESSABLE

FA-A-1.7 NODE 1.7 –

MAIN BUILDING FIRST FLOOR – ADDRESSABLE

FA-A-1.8 NODE 1.8 –

MAIN BUILDING SECOND FLOOR – ADDRESSABLE

FA-A-1.9 NODE 1.9 –

MAIN BUILDING SECOND FLOOR – ADDRESSABLE

FA-A-1.10 NODE 1.10 –

MAIN BUILDING SECOND AND THIRD FLOOR – ADDRESSABLE

FA-A-1.11 NODE 1.11 –

MAIN BUILDING THIRD FLOOR – ADDRESSABLE

FA-A-1.12 NODE 1.12 –

MAIN BUILDING FOURTH FLOOR – ADDRESSABLE

FA-A-1.13 NODE 1.13 –

MAIN BUILDING FIFTH FLOOR – ADDRESSABLE

FA-A-1.14a NODE 1.14 –

MAIN BUILDING SIXTH FLOOR – ADDRESSABLE

FA-A-1.14b NODE 1.14 –

MAIN BUILDING PENTHOUSE – ADDRESSABLE

FA-A-2.1 NODE 2.1 –

ACC BUILDING BASEMENT – ADDRESSABLE

FA-A-2.2 NODE 2.2 –

ACC BUILDING FIRST FLOOR – ADDRESSABLE

FA-A-2.3 NODE 2.2 AND 2.3 –

ACC BUILDING SECOND FLOOR – ADDRESSABLE

FA-A-2.4 NODE 2.4 –

ACC BUILDING THIRD FLOOR – ADDRESSABLE

FA-A-2.5 NODE 2.5 –

ACC BUILDING FOURTH FLOOR AND PENTHOUSE – ADDRESSABLE

FA-A-3.1 NODE 3.1 –

CARES TOWER LEVEL A – ADDRESSABLE

FA-A-3.2 NODE 3.2 –

CARES TOWER BASEMENT – ADDRESSABLE

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FA-A-3.3 NODE 3.3 –

CARES TOWER FIRST FLOOR – ADDRESSABLE

FA-A-3.4 NODE 3.4 –

CARES TOWER SECOND FLOOR – ADDRESSABLE

FA-A-3.5 NODE 3.5 –

CARES TOWER THIRD FLOOR – ADDRESSABLE

FA-A-3.6 NODE 3.6 –

CARES TOWER FOURTH FLOOR – ADDRESSABLE

FA-A-3.7 NODE 3.7 –

CARES TOWER FIFTH FLOOR – ADDRESSABLE

FA-A-3.8 NODE 3.8 –

CARES TOWER SIXTH FLOOR AND PENTHOUSE – ADDRESSABLE

FA-A-4.1a NODE 4.1 –

RESEARCH WING BASEMENT AND FIRST FLOOR – ADDRESSABLE

FA-A-4.1b NODE 4.1 –

RESEARCH WING SECOND AND THIRD FLOOR – ADDRESSABLE

FA-A-5.1 NODE 5.1 –

ENERGY CENTER BASEMENT AND FIRST FLOOR – ADDRESSABLE

FA-A-6.1a NODE 6.1 –

LAB WAREHOUSE BASEMENT – ADDRESSABLE

FA-A-6.1b NODE 6.1 –

LAB WAREHOUSE FIRST FLOOR – ADDRESSABLE

FA-A-6.1c NODE 6.1 –

LAB WAREHOUSE PENTHOUSE - ADDRESSABLE

FA-N-1.1 NODE 1.1 –

MAIN BUILDING BASEMENT - NOTIFICATION

FA-N-1.2 NODE 1.2 –

MAIN BUILDING BASEMENT - NOTIFICATION

FA-N-1.3a NODE 1.3 –

MAIN BUILDING SUB-BASEMENT – NOTIFICATION

FA-N-1.3b NODE 1.3 –

MAIN BUILDING BASEMENT – NOTIFICATION

FA-N-1.3c NODE 1.3 –

PARKING STRUCTURE BASEMENT – NOTIFICATION

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FA-N-1.3d NODE 1.3 –

PARKING STRUCTURE FIRST FLOOR – NOTIFICATION

FA-N-1.3e NODE 1.3 –

PARKING STRUCTURE SECOND FLOOR – NOTIFICATION

FA-N-1.3f NODE 1.3 –

PARKING STRUCTURE THIRD FLOOR – NOTIFICATION

FA-N-1.4 NODE 1.4 –

MAIN BUILDING FIRST FLOOR - NOTIFICATION

FA-N-1.5 NODE 1.5 –

MAIN BUILDING BASEMENT AND FIRST FLOOR – NOTIFICATION

FA-N-1.6 NODE 1.6 –

MAIN BUILDING FIRST FLOOR – NOTIFICATION

FA-N-1.7 NODE 1.7 -

MAIN BUILDING FIRST FLOOR – NOTIFICATION

FA-N-1.8 NODE 1.8 –

MAIN BUILDING SECOND FLOOR – NOTIFICATION

FA-N-1.9 NODE 1.9 -

MAIN BUILDING SECOND FLOOR – NOTIFICATION

FA-N-1.10 NODE 1.10 –

MAIN BUILDING SECOND AND THIRD FLOOR – NOTIFICATION

FA-N-1.11 NODE 1.11 –

MAIN BUILDING THIRD FLOOR – NOTIFICATION

FA-N-1.12 NODE 1.12 –

MAIN BUILDING FOURTH FLOOR – NOTIFICATION

FA-N-1.13 NODE 1.13 –

MAIN BUILDING FIFTH FLOOR – NOTIFICATION

FA-N-1.14a NODE 1.14 –

MAIN BUILDING SIXTH FLOOR – NOTIFICATION

FA-N-1.14b NODE 1.14 –

MAIN BUILDING PENTHOUSE FLOOR – NOTIFICATION

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FA-N-2.1 NODE 2.1 –

ACC BUILDING BASEMENT – NOTIFICATION

FA-N-2.2 NODE 2.2 –

ACC BUILDING FIRST FLOOR – NOTIFICATION

FA-N-2.3 NODE 2.2 AND 2.3 –

ACC BUILDING SECOND FLOOR – NOTIFICATION

FA-N-2.4 NODE 2.4 –

ACC BUILDING THIRD FLOOR – NOTIFICATION

FA-N-2.5 NODE 2.5 –

ACC BUILDING FOURTH FLOOR AND PENTHOUSE – NOTIFICATION

FA-N-3.1 NODE 3.1 –

CARES TOWER LEVEL A – NOTIFICATION

FA-N-3.2 NODE 3.2 –

CARES TOWER BASEMENT – NOTIFICATION

FA-N-3.3 NODE 3.3 -

CARES TOWER FIRST FLOOR – NOTIFICATION

FA-N-3.4 NODE 3.4 –

CARES TOWER SECOND FLOOR – NOTIFICATION

FA-N-3.5 NODE 3.5 –

CARES TOWER THIRD FLOOR – NOTIFICATION

FA-N-3.6 NODE 3.6 –

CARES TOWER FOURTH FLOOR – NOTIFICATION

FA-N-3.7 NODE 3.7 –

CARES TOWER FIFTH FLOOR – NOTIFICATION

FA-N-3.8 NODE 3.8 –

CARES TOWER SIXTH FLOOR AND PENTHOUSE – NOTIFICATION

FA-N-4.1a NODE 4.1 –

RESEARCH WING BASEMENT AND FIRST FLOOR – NOTIFICATION

FA-N-4.1b NODE 4.2 –

RESEARCH WING SECOND AND THIRD FLOOR – NOTIFICATION

FA-N-5.1 NODE 5.1 –

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ENERGY CENTER BASEMENT AND FIRST FLOOR – NOTIFICATION

FA-N-6.1a NODE 6.1 –

LAB WAREHOUSE BASEMENT – NOTIFICATION

FA-N-6.1b NODE 6.1 –

LAB WAREHOUSE FIRST FLOOR AND PENTHOUSE – NOTIFICATION

FA-R-0.1 DEMOLITION FIRE ALARM SYSTEM BACKBONE DIAGRAM

FA-R-0.2 NEW FIRE ALARM SYSTEM BACKBONE DIAGRAM

FA-D-0.1 FIRE ALARM SYSTEM DETAILS

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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

ARTICLE NUMBER AND SUBJECT PAGE NO.

1.1 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS 2

1.2 GENERAL INTENTION 2

1.3 STATEMENT OF BID ITEM(S) 2

1.4 SPECIFICATIONS AND DRAWINGS FOR CONTRACTORS 3

1.5 CONSTRUCTION SECURITY REQUIREMENTS 3

1.6 OPERATIONS AND STORAGE AREAS 4

1.7 DISPOSAL AND RETENTION 7

1.8 AS-BUILT DRAWINGS 7

1.9 TEMPORARY USE OF MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT 8

1.10 TEMPORARY USE OF EXISTING ELEVATORS 9

1.11 TEMPORARY TOILETS 9

1.12 AVAILABILITY AND USE OF UTILITY SERVICES 9

1.13 TESTS 10

1.14 INSTRUCTIONS 10

1.15 RELOCATED EQUIPMENT ITEMS 12

ATTACHMENTS

OSHA Requirements and Safety and Health Regulations - Attachment 1

Pre-Construction Risk Assessment - Attachment 2

Construction Safety Poster - Cleveland VA - Attachment 3

Interim Life Safety Risk Assessment Form - Attachment 4

Contractor Safety and Security Orientation - Attachment 5

Job Safety Check Sheet - Attachment 6

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SECTION 01 00 00

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

1.1 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Refer to section 01 35 26, SAFETY REQUIREMENTS for safety and infection control requirements.

1.2 GENERAL INTENTION

A. Contractor shall completely prepare work sites for demolition and new construction operations, furnish labor and materials, and perform work for the installation of the new fire alarm system substrate conditions

- Project No. 541-18-101 as required by Drawings and Specifications.

B. Visits to the site by Bidders may be made only by appointment with the

Medical Center Engineering Officer.

C. Offices of FFH/IMEG, as the Engineer representative, will render certain technical services during construction. Such services shall be considered as advisory to the Government and shall not be construed as expressing or implying a Contractual act of the Government without affirmations by Contracting Officer or his duly authorized representative.

D. Before placement and installation of work subject to tests by testing laboratory retained by the Contractor or the Department of Veterans

Affairs, the Contractor shall notify the COR in sufficient time to enable testing laboratory personnel to be present at the site in time for proper taking and testing of specimens and field inspection. Such prior notice shall be not less than three work days unless otherwise designated by the COR.

E. All employees of Contractor and Subcontractors shall comply with VA security management program and obtain permission of the VA police, be identified by project and employer, and restricted from unauthorized access.

1.3 STATEMENT OF BID ITEM(S)

A. ITEM I, Fire Alarm System Work includes all labor, material, equipment and supervision to perform the required general trades construction and fire alarm systems work on this Project including the removal of existing finishes; the construction of new partitions and door openings;

all new fire alarm system equipment; modifications to existing equipment; electrical service including lighting; and all related general conditions required for the Work.

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1.4 SPECIFICATIONS AND DRAWINGS FOR CONTRACTOR

A. Drawings and Contract Documents may be obtained from the website where the solicitation is posted. Additional copies will be at Contractor's expense,

1.5 CONSTRUCTION SECURITY REQUIREMENTS

A. Security Plan:

1. The security plan defines both physical and administrative security procedures that will remain effective for the entire duration of the project.

2. The Contractor is responsible for assuring that all Subcontractors working on the project and their employees also comply with these regulations.

B. Security Procedures:

1. Contractor’s employees shall not enter the project site without appropriate badge. They may also be subject to inspection of their personal effects when entering or leaving the project site.

2. Before starting work the Contractor shall give one week’s notice to the Contracting Officer so that security arrangements can be provided for the employees. This notice is separate from any notices required for utility shutdown described later in this section.

3. No photography of VA premises is allowed without written permission of the Contracting Officer.

4. VA reserves the right to close down or shut down the project site and order Contractor’s employees off the premises in the event of a national emergency. The Contractor may return to the site only with the written approval of the Contracting Officer.

C. Document Control:

1. Before starting any work, the Contractor/Sub Contractors shall submit an electronic security memorandum describing the approach to following goals and maintaining confidentiality of “sensitive information”.

2. The Contractor is responsible for safekeeping of all Drawings, project manual and other project information. This information shall be shared only with those with a specific need to accomplish the project.

3. Certain documents, sketches, videos or photographs and Drawings may be marked “Law Enforcement Sensitive” or “Sensitive Unclassified”.

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Secure such information in separate containers and limit the access to only those who will need it for the project. Return the information to the Contracting Officer upon request.

4. These security documents shall not be removed or transmitted from the project site without the written approval of Contracting Officer.

5. All paper waste or electronic media such as CD’s and diskettes shall be shredded and destroyed in a manner acceptable to the VA.

6. Notify Contracting Officer and Site Security Officer immediately when there is a loss or compromise of “sensitive information”.

7. All electronic information shall be stored in specified location following VA standards and procedures using an Engineering Document

Management Software (EDMS).

a. Security, access and maintenance of all project Drawings, both scanned and electronic shall be performed and tracked through the

EDMS system.

b. “Sensitive information” including Drawings and other documents may be attached to e-mail provided all VA encryption procedures are followed.

D. Motor Vehicle Restrictions

1. Vehicle authorization request shall be required for any vehicle entering the site and such request shall be submitted 24 hours before the date and time of access. Access shall be restricted to picking up and dropping off materials and supplies.

2. A limited number of (2 to 5) permits shall be issued for Contractor and its employees for parking in designated areas only.

1.6 OPERATIONS AND STORAGE AREAS

A. The Contractor shall confine all operations (including storage of materials) on Government premises to areas authorized or approved by the

Contracting Officer. The Contractor shall hold and save the Government, its officers and agents, free and harmless from liability of any nature occasioned by the Contractor's performance.

B. The Contractor shall, under regulations prescribed by the Contracting

Officer, use only established roadways, when and as authorized by the

Contracting Officer.

C. Working space and space available for storing materials shall be as determined by the COR.

D. Phasing:

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The Medical Center must maintain its operation 24 hours a day 7 days a week. Therefore, any interruption in service must be scheduled and coordinated with the COR to ensure that no lapses in operation occur.

It is the CONTRACTOR'S responsibility to develop a work plan and schedule detailing, at a minimum, the procedures to be employed, the equipment and materials to be used, the interim life safety measure to be used during the work, and a schedule defining the duration of the work with milestone subtasks. To assure such executions, Contractor shall furnish the COR with a schedule of approximate phasing dates on which the Contractor intends to accomplish work in each specific area of building or portion thereof. In addition, Contractor shall notify the

COR two weeks in advance of the proposed date of starting work in each specific area of building or portion thereof. Arrange such phasing dates to insure accomplishment of this work in successive phases mutually agreeable to COR and Contractor. Refer to Fire Alarm System Drawings for

Phasing Information.

E. The Building will be occupied during performance of work, but immediate areas of alterations will be available for Contractor access.

1. Contractor shall take all measures and provide all material necessary for protecting existing equipment and property in affected areas of construction against dust and debris, so that equipment and affected areas to be used in the Medical Centers operations will not be hindered. Contractor shall permit access to Department of Veterans

Affairs personnel through other construction areas which serve as routes of access to such affected areas and equipment. Coordinate alteration work in areas occupied by Department of Veterans Affairs so that Medical Center operations will continue during the construction period.

2. Immediate areas of alterations not mentioned in preceding

Subparagraph 1 will be temporarily vacated while alterations are performed.

F. When a portion of the Building is turned over to Contractor, Contractor shall accept entire responsibility including upkeep and maintenance therefore:

1. Contractor shall maintain in operating condition existing fire protection and alarm equipment. In connection with fire alarm equipment, Contractor shall make arrangements for pre-inspection of

01 00 00 - 6 site with Fire Department or Company (Department of Veterans Affairs or municipal) whichever will be required to respond to an alarm from

Contractor's employee or watchman.

G. Utilities Services: Maintain existing utility services for Medical

Center at all times. Provide temporary facilities, labor, materials, equipment, connections, and utilities to assure uninterrupted services.

Where necessary to cut existing water, steam, gases, sewer or air pipes, or conduits, wires, cables, etc. of utility services or of fire protection systems and communications systems (including telephone), they shall be cut and capped at suitable places where shown; or, in absence of such indication, where directed by COR.

1. No utility service such as water, gas, steam, sewers or electricity, or fire protection systems and communications systems may be interrupted without prior approval of COR. Electrical work shall be accomplished with all affected circuits or equipment de-energized.

When an electrical outage cannot be accomplished, work on any energized circuits or equipment shall not commence without a detailed work plan, the Medical Center Director’s prior knowledge and written approval.

2. Contractor shall submit a request to interrupt any such services to

COR, in writing, 7 days in advance of proposed interruption. Request shall state reason, date, exact time of, and approximate duration of such interruption.

3. Contractor will be advised (in writing) of approval of request, or of which other date and/or time such interruption will cause least inconvenience to operations of Medical Center. Interruption time approved by Medical Center may occur at other than Contractor's normal working hours.

4. Major interruptions of any system must be requested, in writing, at least 15 calendar days prior to the desired time and shall be performed as directed by the COR.

5. In case of a construction emergency, service will be interrupted on approval of COR. Such approval will be confirmed in writing as soon as practical.

H. Abandoned Lines: All service lines such as wires, cables, conduits, ducts, pipes and the like, and their hangers or supports, which are to be abandoned but are not required to be entirely removed, shall be

01 00 00 - 7 sealed, capped or plugged at the main, branch or panel they originate from. The lines shall not be capped in finished areas, but shall be removed and sealed, capped or plugged in ceilings, within furred spaces, in unfinished areas.

1.7 DISPOSAL AND RETENTION

A. Materials and equipment accruing from work removed and from demolition of buildings or structures, or parts thereof, shall be disposed of as follows:

1. Reserved items which are to remain property of the Government are identified by attached tags or noted on Drawings or in Specifications as items to be stored. Items that remain property of the Government shall be removed or dislodged from present locations in such a manner as to prevent damage which would be detrimental to re-installation and reuse. Store such items where directed by COR.

2. Items not reserved shall become property of the Contractor and be removed by Contractor from Medical Center.

3. Items of portable equipment and furnishings located in room or adjacent spaces in which work is to be done under this Contract shall remain the property of the Government. When room and spaces are vacated by the Department of Veterans Affairs during the alteration period, such items which are NOT required by Drawings and

Specifications to be either relocated or reused will be removed by the Government in advance of work to avoid interfering with

Contractor's operation.

1.8 AS-BUILT DRAWINGS

A. The Contractor shall maintain two full size sets of As-Built Drawings which will be kept current during construction of the project, to include all Contract changes, modifications and clarifications.

B. All variations shall be shown in the same general detail as used in the

Contract Drawings. To assure compliance, As-Built Drawings shall be made available for the COR review, as often as requested.

C. Contractor shall deliver two approved completed sets of As-Built

Drawings in the electronic version (scanned PDF) to the COR within 15 calendar days after each completed phase and after the acceptance of the project by the COR

D. Paragraphs A, B, & C shall also apply to all Shop Drawings.

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1.9 TEMPORARY USE OF MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT

A. Use of existing mechanical and electrical equipment to provide heat, ventilation, plumbing, light and power will be permitted subject to written approval and compliance with the following provisions:

1. If the equipment is not installed and maintained in accordance with the written agreement and following provisions, the COR will withdraw permission for use of the equipment.

2. Existing electrical installations used by the equipment shall be completed in accordance with the Drawings and Specifications to prevent damage to the equipment and the electrical systems, i.e.

transformers, relays, circuit breakers, fuses, conductors, motor controllers and their overload elements shall be properly sized, coordinated and adjusted. Installation of temporary electrical equipment or devices shall be in accordance with NFPA 70, National

Electrical Code, (2014 Edition), Article 590, Temporary

Installations. Voltage supplied to each item of equipment shall be verified to be correct and it shall be determined that motors are not overloaded. The existing electrical equipment shall be thoroughly cleaned before using it and again immediately before final inspection including vacuum cleaning and wiping clean interior and exterior surfaces.

3. All components of heat production and distribution system, metering equipment, condensate returns, and other auxiliary facilities used in temporary service shall be cleaned prior to use; maintained to prevent corrosion internally and externally during use; and cleaned, maintained and inspected prior to acceptance by the Government.

Boilers, pumps, feedwater heaters and auxiliary equipment must be operated as a complete system and be fully maintained by operating personnel. Boiler water must be given complete and continuous chemical treatment.

B. Prior to final inspection, the equipment or parts used which show wear and tear beyond normal, shall be replaced with identical replacements, at no additional cost to the Government.

C. This paragraph shall not reduce the requirements of the Mechanical and

Electrical Specification requirements.

D. Any damage to the equipment or excessive wear due to prolonged use will be repaired replaced by the Contractor at the Contractor’s expense.

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1.10 TEMPORARY USE OF EXISTING ELEVATORS

A. Use of existing elevators for handling building materials and

Contractor's personnel will be permitted subject to following provisions:

1. Contractor makes all arrangements with the COR for use of elevators.

The COR will ascertain that elevators are in proper condition.

Contractor may use elevators for daily use and for special nonrecurring time intervals when permission is granted. Personnel for operating elevators will not be provided by the Department of

Veterans Affairs.

2. Contractor covers and provides maximum protection of following elevator components:

a. Entrance jambs, heads soffits and threshold plates.

b. Entrance columns, canopy, return panels and inside surfaces of car enclosure walls.

c. Finish flooring.

1.11 TEMPORARY TOILETS

A. Contractor may have for use of Contractor's workmen, such toilet accommodations as may be assigned to Contractor by Medical Center.

Contractor shall keep such places clean and be responsible for any damage done thereto by Contractor's workmen. Failure to maintain satisfactory condition in toilets will deprive Contractor of the privilege to use such toilets.

1.12 AVAILABILITY AND USE OF UTILITY SERVICES

A. The Government shall make all reasonably required amounts of utilities available to the Contractor from existing outlets and supplies, as specified in the Contract. The Contractor shall carefully conserve any utilities furnished without charge.

B. Electricity (for Construction and Testing): Furnish all temporary electric services.

1. Obtain electricity by connecting to the Medical Center electrical distribution system is available at no cost to the Contractor.

C. Water (for Construction and Testing): Furnish temporary water service.

1. Obtain water by connecting to the Medical Center water distribution system. Water is available at no cost to the Contractor.

2. Maintain connections, pipe, fittings and fixtures and conserve water-use so none is wasted. Failure to stop leakage or other wastes will

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Medical Center's system.

1.13 TESTS

A. The Contractor shall provide a written testing and commissioning plan complete with component level, equipment level, sub-system level and system level breakdowns. The plan will provide a schedule and a written sequence of what will be tested, how and what the expected outcome will

be. This document will be submitted for approval prior to commencing work. The Contractor shall document the results of the approved plan and submit for approval with the as built documentation.

B. Pre-test mechanical equipment and systems and make corrections required for proper operation of such systems before requesting final tests.

Final test will not be conducted unless pre-tested.

C. Conduct final tests required in various sections of Specifications in presence of an authorized representative of the Contracting Officer.

Contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, equipment, instruments, and forms, to conduct and record such tests.

D. Mechanical systems shall be balanced, controlled and coordinated. A system is defined as the entire system which must be coordinated to work together during normal operation to produce results for which the system is designed. For example, related components are steam and controls.

E. All related components as defined above shall be functioning when any system component is tested. Tests shall be completed within a reasonably period of time during which operating and environmental conditions remain reasonably constant and are typical of the design conditions.

F. Individual test result of any component, where required, will only be accepted when submitted with the test results of related components and of the entire system.

1.14 INSTRUCTIONS

A. Contractor shall furnish Maintenance and Operating manuals (hard copies and electronic) and verbal instructions when required by the various sections of the Specifications and as hereinafter specified.

B. Manuals: Maintenance and operating manuals and one compact disc (four hard copies and one electronic copy each) for each separate piece of equipment shall be delivered to the COR coincidental with the delivery of the equipment to the job site. Manuals shall be complete, detailed guides for the maintenance and operation of equipment. They shall

01 00 00 - 11 include complete information necessary for starting, adjusting, maintaining in continuous operation for long periods of time and dismantling and reassembling of the complete units and sub-assembly components. Manuals shall include an index covering all component parts clearly cross-referenced to diagrams and illustrations. Illustrations shall include "exploded" views showing and identifying each separate item. Emphasis shall be placed on the use of special tools and instruments. The function of each piece of equipment, component, accessory and control shall be clearly and thoroughly explained. All necessary precautions for the operation of the equipment and the reason for each precaution shall be clearly set forth. Manuals must reference the exact model, style and size of the piece of equipment and system being furnished. Manuals referencing equipment similar to but of a different model, style, and size than that furnished will not be accepted.

C. Instructions: Contractor shall provide qualified, factory-trained manufacturers' representatives to give detailed training to assigned

Department of Veterans Affairs personnel in the operation and complete maintenance for each piece of equipment. All such training will be at the job site. These requirements are more specifically detailed in the various technical sections. Instructions for different items of equipment that are component parts of a complete system, shall be given in an integrated, progressive manner. All instructors for every piece of component equipment in a system shall be available until instructions for all items included in the system have been completed. This is to assure proper instruction in the operation of inter-related systems. All instruction periods shall be at such times as scheduled by the COR and shall be considered concluded only when the COR is satisfied in regard to complete and thorough coverage. The Contractor shall submit a course outline with associated material to the COR for review and approval prior to scheduling training to ensure the subject matter covers the expectations of the VA and the Contractual requirements. The Department of Veterans Affairs reserves the right to request the removal of, and substitution for, any instructor who, in the opinion of the COR, does not demonstrate sufficient qualifications in accordance with requirements for instructors above.

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1.15 RELOCATED EQUIPMENT ITEMS

A. Contractor shall disconnect, dismantle as necessary, remove and reinstall in new location, all existing equipment and items indicated by symbol "R" or otherwise shown to be relocated by the Contractor.

B. Perform relocation of such equipment or items at such times and in such a manner as directed by the COR.

C. Suitably cap existing service lines, such as steam, condensate return, water, drain, gas, air, vacuum and/or electrical, at the main whenever such lines are disconnected from equipment to be relocated. Remove abandoned lines in finished areas and cap as specified herein before under paragraph "Abandoned Lines".

D. Provide all mechanical and electrical service connections, fittings, fastenings and any other materials necessary for assembly and installation of relocated equipment; and leave such equipment in proper operating condition.

E. All service lines such as noted above for relocated equipment shall be in place at point of relocation ready for use before any existing equipment is disconnected. Make relocated existing equipment ready for operation or use immediately after reinstallation.

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OSHA Requirements and Safety and Health Regulations

PART 1 - OSHA Requirements

1.1 General

A. Contractors are required to comply with the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970.

This will include the safety and health standard found in Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 1910 and 1926. Copies of those standards can be obtained from the Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C., 20420.

B. In addition, Contractor will be required to comply with other applicable Medical Center policies and safety regulations. These policies and regulations will be presented to the Contractor at the pre-construction meeting. Each of the Contractor’s employees will be required to read the statement of policies and regulations, and sign an acknowledgment that such policies and regulations are understood. Signed acknowledgment will be returned to the Contract Officer Technical Representative.

C. Contractors involved with the removal, alteration or disturbance of asbestos-type insulation or materials or lead paint will be required to comply strictly with the regulations found in CFR

1910.1001 and the appropriate Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) lead regulations regarding disposal of asbestos or lead paint. Assistance in identifying asbestos or lead can be requested from the Medical Center’s Industrial Hygienist and the COR.

D. Contractors entering locations of asbestos contamination or lead paint residue (i.e., pipe, basements, walls, windows) shall be responsible for providing respiratory protection to their employees and ensuring respirators are worn in accordance with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) [CFR 1910.1001(g)]. Asbestos-or lead paint-contaminated areas shall be defined on project drawings. The minimum equipment requirements will be a half-mask air-purifying respirator equipped with high efficiency filters and disposable coveralls, or as determined by air monitoring results.

E. Contractor, along with other submittals and at least two weeks prior to bringing any materials on-site, must submit a complete list of chemicals the Contractor will use and Material Safety Data Sheets (MEDS) for all hazardous materials as defined in OSHA 1910.1200(d), Hazard Determination. Contracting Officer shall have final approval of all materials brought on site.

F. The Contractor will be held solely responsible for the safety and health of their employees.

The contractor will also be held responsible for protecting the health and safety of the VA Community (patients, staff, and visitors) from the unwanted effects of construction. VA staff will monitor the Contractor's performance in complying with all safety and health aspects of the project. Severe or constant violations may result in an immediate work stoppage or request for a Compliance Officer from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration.

G. During all phases of demolition, construction and alterations, Contractors are required to understand and strictly follow National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 241, Standard for Safeguarding Construction, Alteration and Demolition Operations. The Medical Center’s

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Safety and Occupational Health Specialist or Industrial Hygienist will closely monitor the work area for compliance. Appropriate action will be taken for non-compliance.

PART 2 - Specific VA Medical Center Fire and Safety Policies, Procedures and Regulations

2.1 Introduction.

A. The safety and fire protection of patients, employees, members of the public and government is one of continuous concern to this Medical Center.

B. Contractors, their supervisors and employees are required to comply with Medical Center policies to ensure the occupational safety and health of all. Failure to comply may result in work stoppage.

C. While working at this Medical Center, contractors are responsible for the occupational safety and health of their employees. Contractors are required to comply with the applicable OSHA standards found in 29 CFR 1910 for general industry and 29 CFR 1926 for construction.

Failure to comply with these standards may result in work stoppage and a request to the Area Director of OSHA for a Compliance Officer to inspect your work site.

D. Contractors are to comply with the requirements found in the National Fire Protection

Association (NFPA) 241, Building Construction and Demolition Operation, and NFPA 51B, Fire Prevention in Use of Cutting and Welding Processes.

E. Questions regarding occupational safety and health issues can be addressed to the Medical

Center Safety and Occupational Health Specialist (ext. 4172) or Industrial Hygienist (ext.

4628).

F. Smoking is not permitted in any interior areas of the Medical Center, including all interior stairwells, tunnels, construction and/or service/maintenance sites. Compliance with this policy by your direct and subcontracted labor force is required.

2.2 Hazard Communication

A. Contractors shall comply with OSHA Standard 29 CFR 1926.59, Hazard Communication.

B. Contractors shall submit to the VA Safety Officer, copies of MSDS covering all hazardous materials to which the Contractor and VA employees are exposed.

C. Contractors shall inform the Safety Officer of the hazards to which VA personnel and patients may be exposed.

D. Contractors shall have a written Hazard Communication Program available at the construction site, which details how the Contractor will comply with 29 CFR 1926.59.

2.3 Fires

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A. All fires must be reported. In the event of a fire in your work area, use the nearest pull box station, and also notify Medical Center staff in the immediate area. Emergency notification can also be accomplished by dialing ext. 2222.

B. Be sure to give the exact location from where you are calling and the nature of the emergency. If a Contractor experiences a fire that was rapidly extinguished by your staff, you still must notify the Construction Safety Officer (ext. 4172) within an hour of the event so that an investigation of the fire can be accomplished.

2.4 Fire Alarms, Smoke Detection and Sprinkler System

If the nature of your work requires the deactivation of the fire alarm, smoke detection or sprinkler system, you must notify the Safety Office. Notification must be made well in advance so that ample time can be allowed to deactivate the system and provide alternative measures for fire protection. Under no circumstance is a Contractor allowed to deactivate any of the fire protection systems in this Medical Center.

2.5 Smoke Detectors

False alarms will not be tolerated. You are required to be familiar with the location of the smoke detectors in your work area. When performing cutting, burning or welding or any other operations that may cause smoke or dust, you must take steps to temporarily cover smoke detectors in order to prevent false alarms. Failure to take the appropriate action will result in the Contracting Officer assessing actual costs for government response for each false alarm that is preventable. Prior to covering the smoke detectors, the Contractor will notify the Safety Officer, who will also be notified when the covers are removed.

2.6 Hot Work Permit

A. Hot work is defined as operations including, but not limited to, cutting, welding, thermal welding, brazing, soldering, grinding, thermal spraying, thawing pipes or any similar situation. If such work is required, whenever possible the Contractor must notify the COR no less than one day in advance of such work. The Competent Hot Work Supervisor (CHWS) will inspect the work area and issue a Hot Work Permit, authorizing the performance of such work.

B. All hot work will be performed in compliance with the Engineering Service Policy 138-047 regarding Hot Work Permits and NFPA 241, Safeguarding Construction, Alternation and Demolition Operations; and NFPA 51B, Fire Prevention in Use of Cutting and Welding Processes; and applicable OSHA standard. A hot work permit will only be issued to individuals familiar with these regulations.

C. A Hot Work Permit will be issued only for the period necessary to perform such work. In the event the time necessary will exceed one day, a Hot Work Permit may be issued for the period needed; however, the CHWS will inspect the area daily. Hot Work Permit will apply only to the location identified on the permit. If additional areas involve hot work, then additional permits must be requested.

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D. Contractors will not be allowed to perform hot work processes without the appropriate permit.

E. Any work involving the Medical Center’s fire protection system will require advance notification. Under no circumstance will the Contractor or employee attempt to alter or tamper with the existing fire protection system.

F. Thirty minutes following completion of the hot work, the Fire Watch will perform an inspection of the area to confirm that sparks or drops of hot metal are not present.

2.7 Temporary Enclosures

Only non-combustible materials will be used to construct temporary enclosures or barriers at this Medical Center. Plastic materials and fabrics used to construct dust barriers must conform to NFPA 701, Standard Methods of Fire Tests for Flame-Resistant Textiles and Films.

2.8 Flammable Liquids

All flammable liquids will be kept in approved safety containers. Only the amount necessary for your immediate work will be allowed in the building. Flammable liquids must be removed from the building at the end of each day.

2.9 Compressed Gas Cylinders

Compressed gas shall be secured in an upright position at all times. A suitable cylinder cart will be used to transport compressed gas cylinders. Only those compressed gas cylinders necessary for immediate work will be allowed in occupied buildings. All other compressed gas cylinders will be stored outside of buildings in a designated area. Contractors will comply with applicable standards compressed gas cylinders found in 29 CFR 1910 and 1926 (OSHA).

2.10 Internal Combustion Engine-Powered Equipment

Equipment powered by an internal combustion engine (such as saws, compressors, generators, etc.)

will not be used in an occupied building. Special consideration may be given for unoccupied buildings only if the OSHA and NFPA requirements have been met.

2.11 Powder-Activated Tools

The operator of powder-activated tools must be trained and certified to use them. Powder-activated tools will be kept secured at all times. When not in use, the tools will be locked up. When in use, the operator will have the tool under his immediate control.

2.12 Tools

A. Under no circumstances will equipment, tools and other items of work to be left unattended for any reason. All tools, equipment and items of work must be under the immediate control of your employee.

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B. If for some reason a work area must be left unattended, then tools and other equipment must be placed in an appropriate box or container and locked. All tool boxes, containers or any other device used for the storage of tools and equipment will be provided with a latch and padlock, and will be kept locked at all times, except for putting in and removing tools.

C. All doors to work areas will be closed and locked when room is left unattended. Failure to comply with this policy will be considered a violation of VA Regulations 1.218(b), Failure to comply with signs of a directive and restrictive nature posted for safety purposes, and subject to a $50.00 fine. Subsequent similar violations may result in both imposition of such a fine as well as the Contracting Officer taking action under the contract’s Accident Prevention Clause [Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 52.236-13] to suspend all contract work until violations may be satisfactorily resolved, or under FAR 52.236-5, Material and Workmanship Clause, to remove from the worksite any personnel deemed by the Contracting Officer to be careless to the point of jeopardizing the welfare of facility patients or staff.

D. You must report any tools or equipment that are missing to the VA Police Department.

E. Tools and equipment found unattended will be confiscated and removed from the work area.

2.13 Ladders

Ladders must not be left unattended in an upright position. Ladders must be attended at all times or taken down, and chained securely to a stationary object.

2.14 Scaffolds

All scaffolds will be attended at all times. When not in use, an effective barricade (fence) will be erected around the scaffold to prevent use by unauthorized personnel (Reference OSHA 1926, Subpart L).

2.15 Excavations

The contractor shall comply with OSHA 1926, Subpart P. An OSHA Competent Person must be on site during the excavation. The contractor shall coordinate with the COR and utility companies prior to the excavation to identify underground utilities tanks, etc. All excavations left unattended will be provided with a barricade suitable to prevent entry by unauthorized persons.

2.16 Storage

You must make prior arrangements with the COR for the storage of building materials. Storage will not be allowed to accumulate in the Medical Center buildings.

2.17 Trash and Debris

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You must remove all trash and debris from the work area on a daily basis. Trash and debris will not be allowed to accumulate inside or outside of the buildings. You are responsible for making arrangements for removal of trash from the Medical Center facility.

2.18 Protection of Floors

It may be necessary at times to take steps to protect floors from dirt, debris, paint, etc. A tarp or other protective covering may be used. However, you must maintain a certain amount of floor space for the safe passage of pedestrian traffic. Common sense must be used in this matter.

2.19 Signs

Signs must be placed at the entrance to work areas warning people of your work. Signs must be suitable for the condition of the work. Small pieces of paper with printing or writing are not acceptable. The VA Medical Center (VAMC) Safety Officer or COR can be consulted in this matter.

2.20 Accidents and Injuries

Contractors must report all accidents and injuries involving their employees.

2.21 Infection Control

Contractors must control the generation of dust and the contamination of patient care surfaces, supplies and equipment. During demolition phases of the construction:

A. The construction area shall be under negative pressure, ensuring there is an appreciable flow of clean air from the VA-occupied portion of the facility into the construction area. The airflow shall be sufficiently strong enough to draw in the plastic door flaps commonly located at the construction entrance or at the specific site within the construction area.

B. Construction debris being transported through the VA-occupied portion of the facility shall be covered and/or whetted.

C. Construction employees shall remove dust-laden clothing before entering the VA-occupied portion of the facility.

D. Carpet/sticky mats shall be placed at all construction entrances, and be satisfactorily maintained so as to minimize the tracking of dust into the VA-occupied portion of the facility.

E. Dry sweeping of dust and debris is not to be…