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DIVISION 5 SECTION 05730

METALS ALUMINUM HANDRILS

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

· Work includes selective demolition and removal of the existing exterior second‑level deck handrailing and steel staircase.

· Work includes protection of adjacent structures, restoration of affected surfaces, disposal of removed materials, and required documentation.

1.2 REFERENCES

· OSHA 29 CFR 1926 – Safety and Health Regulations for Construction.

· Local building codes, latest adopted edition.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

· Written confirmation that all specified components have been removed.

· Photographs documenting deck and stair connection points after removal.

· Written report of concealed structural deterioration discovered during demolition, if any.

1.4 SITE PROTECTION AND CONDITIONS

· Protect adjacent structures, siding, windows, doors, and landscaping from damage

· Maintain safe working conditions and provide temporary fall protection when railings or stairs are removed.

· Contractor shall provide all necessary labor, tools, equipment, and safety measures.

1.5 COORDINATION

· Coordinate with Owner for access and safety during demolition operations.

· Verify existing conditions before beginning removal work.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS

• Exterior‑grade wood filler for patching deck fastener holes

• Corrosion‑resistant sealant for exposed metal fastener holes

2.2 EQUIPMENT

· Mechanical lifting equipment suitable for safe removal of steel stair assembly.

· Grinding and sanding tools for smoothing edges and remaining attachment surfaces

PART 3 – EXECUTION

3.1 PREPARATION

· Inspect existing deck and stair assembly prior to demolition.

· Install temporary fall protection prior to removing railings or stair components.

3.2 HANDRAILING REMOVAL

· Remove all handrail components: posts, balusters, top and bottom rails, brackets, and fasteners.

· Cut or extract fasteners flush with deck framing.

· Grind or sand any sharp or protruding edges created during removal.

· Do not cut or damage structural members during removal.

· Remove and dispose of handrailing materials per Section 3.6

3.3 STEEL STAIRCASE REMOVAL

· Remove full stair assembly: stringers, treads, landing platform (if present), posts, and anchorage hardware.

· Use mechanical lifting equipment where needed for safe removal.

· Remove anchor bolts, lag screws, weld plates, and brackets.

· Grind or patch remaining weld tabs, plates, and attachments flush.

· Install temporary fall protection immediately following removal.

3.4 STRUCTURAL INTERFACE PROTECTION

· Inspect rim joist, ledger, and adjacent framing for damage.

· Notify Owner if any concealed deterioration encountered.

· Seal exposed fastener holes with corrosion‑resistant sealant.

· Maintain temporary barriers at deck edges until further construction is completed.

3.5 SURFACE RESTORATION

· Fill wood fastener holes with exterior‑grade filler unless otherwise directed.

· Grind concrete or steel surfaces smooth where anchors or plates were removed.

· Clean area of debris, dust, and metal shavings.

3.6 DISPOSAL AND CLEANUP

• Remove demolition debris from site daily

• Recycle steel components when feasible

• Dispose of non‑recyclable materials per local regulations

• Leave site broom‑clean upon completion

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