J-4_TBRD_Electrical_SPECIFICATIONS.pdf

SECTION 01301

Contractor Submittal Register

J.4 – SPECIFICATIONS

SECTION 01301

CONTRACTOR SUBMITTAL REGISTER

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SAMPLE SUBMITTAL REGISTER

Provide a Submittal Register including a line item for each section under which submittals are required for the work under this contract. If the following register is used, annotate any sections that are not applicable for work under this contract. Added - KJB

Spec.

Division Article Description

Date

Received

From

Contractor

Reviewer Action

Code

Date FWD

To

Contractor

Remarks

01505 1.2.B Mobilization Values PC

01520 1.2.C.2 Materials Storage Plan PP

01600 1.6.F Products Service Log TD

01730 1.5.A Cut & Patch Approval PC

01735 1.2.A Safety Equipment MD

02060 1.2.A Demolition Plan PP

03302 2.2.F Concrete Data QA

04200 1.4.A Opening Drawings SD

04200 3.1.A

Cold Weather

Construction

Procedures

PP

05120 1.4.B Shop Drawings SD

05120 1.4.C

Quality Assurance

Certifications &

Instructions

QA

05120 1.4.D

Quality Assurance

Certifications &

Instructions

QA

05120 1.4.F.2 Welding Procedures PP

05120 2.1.A Material Substitution MD

09900 1.4.B.2 Paint Samples MD

16010 1.11.E.1 General Equipment

Data

MD

16010 1.11.E.2 Enclosure Panel Data MD

16010 1.11.E.3 Transformer Data MD

16010 1.13 O&M Manuals OM

16010 1.14 Record Documents AS

16010 1.17 Completion Certicates CC

16010 3.2.A Outage Schedule PP

16123 3.6 Conductor Test Data FT

16170 3.2.B Grounding Test Data FT

16191 1.5.A Seismic Restraints MD

16195 1.1.B Identification SD

16321 1.4.E Transformer

Installation Instructions

MD

16321 3.3.A Transformer Field Tests FT

16380 1.4.B Product Data MD

16380 1.4.C Cable Test Data TD

Spec.

Division Article Description

Date

Received

From

Contractor

Reviewer Action

Code

Date FWD

To

Contractor

Remarks

16380 1.4.D Mfgr’s Installation

Instructions

MD

16380 1.4.E Mfgr’s Manufacturing

Certificate

CC

16380 1.7.A Cable Samples SA

16380 3.7.D Continuity Test Data FT

16380 3.7.E High potential Test

Data

FT

16380 3.7.F Ground resistance Test

Data

FT

16380 3.7.H, I Fill & Compaction Test

Data

FT

1.2 SUBMITTAL ACTION CODES

Code Description

AS As-Builts

CA Calculations

CC Certificate of Compliance

ES Extra Stock

FT Field Test

MD Manufacturer's Data

NR Name/Factory Authorized Representative

NT Notification

OM Operations and Maintenance Manuals

PP Work Plan/Procedure

PC Pre-Construction

QA Quality Assurance

RD Record

SA Sample

SD Shop Drawing

SI Installed Sample/Mockup

SV Survey

TD Test Data

WA Warranty

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Used)

END OF SECTION 01301

SECTION 01505

Mobilization

SECTION 01505

MOBILIZATION

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 GENERAL

A. Mobilization shall include moving onto the site of all plant and equipment; furnishing and erecting plants, temporary enclosures, and other construction facilities; and implementing security requirements; all as required for the proper performance and completion of the Work. Mobilization shall include the following principal items:

1. Moving on to the site of all Contractors’ plant and equipment required for operations.

2. Providing all on-site communication facilities, including radios and cellular phones.

3. Having all OSHA required notices and establishment of safety programs.

4. Having the Contractor’s superintendent at the job site full time.

5. Submitting initial submittals.

1.2 PAYMENT FOR MOBILIZATION

A. The Contractor is advised that no payment for Mobilization, or any part thereof will be approved for payment under the contract until all Mobilization items listed above have been completed as specified.

B. As soon as practicable after receipt of the Notice to Proceed, the Contractor shall submit a breakdown to the Owner for approval, which shall show the estimated value of each major component of

Mobilization. When approved by the Owner, the breakdown will be the basis for initial progress payments in which Mobilization is included.

C. Payment for Mobilization is included with payment for Base Bid Items listed in the Schedule. KJB

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

END OF SECTION 01505

SECTION 01510

Construction and Temporary Facilities

SECTION 01510

CONSTRUCTION AND TEMPORARY FACILITIES

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION

A. The Contractor shall provide onsite construction support and temporary facilities unless otherwise furnished by the Owner.

1.2 CONTRACTOR PROVIDED

A. All gates, barricades, fences, handrails, guardrails and security required by the Contract or by laws and regulations.

B. Guards, marks, shields, protective clothing, rain gear, and other equipment required by law, ordinance, labor contracts, Occupational Safety and Health Administration and other regulations for the maintenance of health and safety.

C. Water for construction if required quantities exceed that available from the Owner.

D. First aid kits and equipment required by law and regulations.

E. At the close of the contract, the Contractor shall:

1. Remove all electrical, sanitary, gas, telephone, water, offices and any other temporary service equipment that may remain.

1.2 OWNER PROVIDED

A. Electrical power as available.

B. Sanitary facilities adequate for all workers.

1.3 STORAGE AREA

A. Contractor shall designate a storage area(s) at the work site and shall store all equipment and materials within this location(s) to be determined between the Contractor and the Owner.

B. Contractor shall maintain its storage area to keep it free from debris and potential hazards.

C. Areas used by the Contractor for storage of equipment, material or other use shall be restored to the original or better condition upon completion of work activities.

1.4 CLEANUP

A. Construction debris, waste materials, packaging material and the like shall be removed from the work site daily.

END OF SECTION 01510

SECTION 01511

Temporary Electricity

SECTION 01511

TEMPORARY ELECTRICITY

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 TEMPORARY SYSTEM

A. Contractor to provide an adequate system.

B. Contractor shall furnish power and/or light for:

1. All construction requirements.

2. Safe working conditions.

C. Onsite power to the extent of site capacity will be available by the Owner at no cost to the Contractor.

1.2 REQUIREMENTS OF REGULATORY AGENCIES

A. Comply with codes and utility regulations in force.

1.3 USE OF PERMANENT SYSTEM

A. Construct temporary system to prevent interference with orderly work progress.

B. Do not use existing system (if available) without specific written permission.

C. Construct and use any portion of permanent system on the supply side of permanent meter and use that construction for a portion of the temporary supply.

D. As applicable, leave permanent service in condition as good as new.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS

A. General

1. Comply with applicable codes.

2. New materials, or if used and approved by the Owner’s Representative, must be adequate in capacity for required purposes, and must not create unsafe conditions or violate requirements of applicable codes.

2.2 EQUIPMENT

A. Provide appropriate enclosures for environment in which used, in compliance with National Electrical

Manufacturers Association standards.

B. Provide ground fault protection.

C. Provide adequate short circuit duty for capacity of supply transformers in use.

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Temporary Electricity

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 GENERAL

A. Comply with applicable codes.

B. Install work in neat and orderly manner.

C. Make structurally sound throughout.

D. Maintain to give continuous service and to provide safe working conditions.

E. Modify and extend service as work progress requires.

3.2 INSTALLATION

A. Temporary service and distribution may be overhead or underground.

B. Locate to avoid interference with:

1. Traffic and work areas.

2. Cranes, boom trucks, drill rigs

3. Material handling equipment

4. Storage areas

5. Work under other contracts.

C. Do not run temporary or branch electrical circuits on floor or on ground.

3.3 REMOVAL

A. Completely remove temporary materials and equipment upon completion of construction.

B. Repair damage caused by installation, and restore to specified, or original condition.

END OF SECTION 01511

SECTION 01520

Security

SECTION 01520

SECURITY

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SECURITY PROGRAM

A. The Contractor shall:

1. Protect Work, existing premises and Owner’s operations from theft, vandalism, and unauthorized entry.

2. Coordinate security with Owner’s operations at job mobilization.

3. Maintain program throughout construction period until Owner’ s occupancy.

1.2 ENTRY CONTROL

A. The Contractor shall:

1. Control entry of persons and vehicles onto Project construction site and existing facilities.

2. Allow entry on the construction site only to authorized persons with proper identification.

3. Coordinate access of Owner’s personnel to site in coordination with Contractor’s security forces.

B. Owner will control entrance of persons and vehicles related to Owner’s operations.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

END OF SECTION 01520

SECTION 01530

Protection and Restoration of Existing Facilities

SECTION 01530

PROTECTION AND RESTORATION

OF EXISTING FACILITIES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 GENERAL

A. The Contractor shall protect all existing structures and facilities not designated for removal or replacement and shall restore damaged or temporarily relocated structures or facilities to a condition equal to or better than they were prior to such damage or temporary relocation, all in accordance with requirements of the Contract Documents.

B. No such decision as to the method or time of conducting the Work or the use of territory shall be made the basis of any claim for delay or damage, except as provided for temporary suspension of the

Work in the General Conditions.

1.2 PROTECTION OF SURVEY MONUMENTS OR MARKERS

A. The Contractor shall not destroy, remove, or otherwise disturb any existing survey markers or other existing street or roadway markers without proper authorization. No excavation or drilling shall be started until all survey or other permanent marker points that will be disturbed by the construction operations have been properly referenced. All survey monuments, markers or points disturbed by the

Contractor shall be accurately re-established, at the Contractor’s expense unless provided for elsewhere in the contract, after all street or roadway resurfacing has been completed. Reestablishment of all survey monuments shall be by a Registered Alaskan Land Surveyor.

1.3 RESTORATION

A. Temporary Resurfacing: Wherever required by the public authorities having jurisdiction, the

Contractor shall place temporary surfacing promptly after backfilling and shall maintain such surfacing for the period of time fixed by said authorities before proceeding with the final restoration of improvements.

1.4 EXISTING UTILITIES AND IMPROVEMENTS

A. General: The Contractor shall protect all Utilities and other improvements which may be impaired during construction operations. It shall be the Contractor’s responsibility to ascertain the actual location of all existing utilities and other improvements that will be encountered in its construction operations, and to see that such utilities or other improvements are adequately protected from damage due to such operations. The Contractor shall take all possible precautions for the protection of unforeseen utility lines to provide for uninterrupted service and to provide such special protection as may be necessary.

B. Owner’s Right of Access: The right is reserved to the Owner and to the Owners of public utilities and franchises to enter at any time upon any public street, alley, right-of-way, or easement for the purpose of making changes in their property made necessary by the Work of this contract.

C. Utilities Indicated: Existing utility lines that are indicated or the locations of which are made known to the Contractor prior to excavation and that are to be retained, and all utility lines that are constructed during excavation operations shall be protected from damage during excavation and backfilling and, if damaged, shall be immediately repaired or replaced by the Contractor.

D. Utilities Not Indicated: In the event that the Contractor damages any existing utility lines that are not

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Protection and Restoration of Existing Facilities indicated or the locations of which are not made known to the Contractor prior to excavation, a written report thereof shall be made immediately to the Owner’s Representative. If directed by the

Owner’s Representative, repairs shall be made by the Contractor under the provisions for changes and extra Work.

E. All costs of repairing damage not due to failure of the Contractor to exercise reasonable care, and removing or relocating such utility facilities not shown in the Contract Documents with reasonable accuracy, and for equipment on the project which was actually working on that portion of the Work which was interrupted or idled by removal or relocation of such utility facilities, and which was necessarily idled during such Work will be paid for as extra Work.

F. Approval of Repairs: All repairs to a damaged utility or improvement are subject to inspection and approval by an authorized representative of the utility or improvement owner before being concealed by backfill or other Work.

G. Maintaining in Service: Do not disrupt water and sewer utilities. All power, telephone, and power and communication wires and cables encountered along the line of the Work shall remain continuously in service during all the operations under the Contract, unless other arrangements satisfactory to the

Owner’s Representative are made with the owner of said pipelines, duct, main, sewer, pole, or wire or cable. The Contractor shall be responsible for and shall repair all damage due to its operations, and the provisions of this Section shall not be abated even in the event such damage occurs or is not discovered until after completion of the Work.

1.5 PROTECTION OF EXISTING STRUCTURES

A. Compaction Equipment and Operations: The Contractor is advised that some structures on the project may be sensitive to vibrations caused by heavy construction equipment. All property damage caused by the Contractor’s operations shall be repaired or replaced at Contractor’s expense.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS - (Not Used)

PART 3 - EXECUTION - (Not Used)

END OF SECTION 01530

SECTION 01550

Site Access and Storage

SECTION 01550

SITE ACCESS AND STORAGE

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 TRANSPORTATION LIMITATIONS

A. The Contractor shall make its own investigation of the condition of available public and private roads and of clearances, restrictions, bridge load limits, and other limitations affecting transportation and ingress and egress to the site of the Work.

B. General: unless otherwise provided, the Contractor shall not interrupt the Owner’s operations unless prearranged with and approved by the Owner. Nothing herein shall be construed to entitle the

Contractor to the exclusive use of any public street or parking area during the performance of the

Work hereunder, and it shall so conduct its operations as not to interfere unnecessarily with the authorized Work of companies or other agencies in such streets or parking areas. The Contractor shall provide unimpeded access through the project limits for emergency vehicles.

1.2 CONTRACTOR’S WORK AND STORAGE AREA

A. The Contractor shall make its own arrangements for any necessary off-site storage or shop areas necessary for the proper execution of the Work.

B. Should the Contractor find it necessary to use any additional land during the construction of the Work, it shall provide for the use of such lands at its own expense.

C. The Contractor shall construct and use a separate storage area for hazardous materials used in constructing the Work.

1. For the purpose of this paragraph, hazardous materials to be stored in the separate area are all products labeled with any of the following terms: Warning, Caution, Poisonous, Toxic, Flammable, Corrosive, Reactive, or Explosive. In addition, whether or not so labeled, the following materials shall be stored in the separate area: diesel fuel, gasoline, new and used motor oil, hydraulic fluid, cement, paints and paint thinners, two-part epoxy coatings, sealants, asphaltic products, glues, solvents, wood preservatives, sand blast materials, and spill absorbent.

2. The Contractor shall develop and submit to the Owner’s Representative a plan for storing and disposing of the materials above.

3. The Contractor shall obtain and submit to the Owner’s Representative a single EPA number for wastes generated at the site.

4. The separate storage area shall meet all the requirements of all authorities having jurisdiction over the storage of hazardous materials.

5. The separate storage area shall be inspected by the Owner’s Representative prior to construction of the area, upon completion of construction of the area, and upon cleanup and removal of the area.

6. All hazardous materials which are delivered in containers shall be stored in the original containers until use. Hazardous materials which are delivered in bulk shall be stored in containers which meet the requirements of authorities having jurisdiction.

1.3 PARKING

A. The Contractor shall direct its employees to

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Site Access and Storage park in areas as directed by the Owner.

B. Traffic and parking areas shall be maintained in a sound condition, free of construction equipment, mud, and construction materials. The Contractor shall repair breaks, potholes, low areas that collect standing water, and other deficiencies as a result of his operations in the parking areas.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

END OF SECTION 01550

SECTION 01600

Materials and Equipment

SECTION 01600

MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 GENERAL

A. This Section includes a general description of the requirements for supplying materials and equipment to complete the work including product handling, transportation, and storage. A description of the procedures required for acceptance of substitutions is also included under this section.

B. The word “Products,” as used herein, is defined to include purchased items for incorporation into the

Work, regardless of whether specifically purchased for project or taken from Contractor’s stock of previously purchased products. The word “Materials,” is defined as products which must be substantially cut, shaped, worked, mixed, finished, refined, or otherwise fabricated, processed, installed, or applied to form units of work. The word “Equipment” is defined as products with operational parts, regardless of whether motorized or manually operated, and particularly including products with service connections (wiring, piping, and other like items). Definitions in this paragraph are not intended to negate the meaning of other terms used in Contract Documents, including

“specialties,” “systems,” “structure,” “finishes,” “accessories,” “furnishings,” special construction,” and similar terms, which are self-explanatory and have recognized meanings in the construction industry.

C. Neither “Products” nor “Materials” nor “Equipment” includes machinery and equipment used for preparation, fabrication, conveying and erection of the Work.

1.2 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Source Limitations: To the greatest extent possible for each unit of Work, the Contractor shall provide products, materials, or equipment of a singular generic kind from a single source.

B. Compatibility of Options: Where more than one choice is available as options for Contractor’s selection of a product, material, or equipment, the Contractor shall select an option which is compatible with other products, materials, or equipment already selected. Compatibility is a basic general requirement of product/material selections.

1.3 PRODUCT DELIVERY/STORAGE/HANDLING

A. The Contractor shall deliver, handle, and store products in accordance with manufacturer’s written recommendations and by methods and means which will prevent damage, deterioration, and loss including theft. Delivery schedules shall be controlled to minimize long-term storage of products at site and overcrowding of construction spaces. In particular, the Contractor shall ensure minimum holding or storage times for products recognized to be flammable, hazardous, easily damaged, or sensitive to deterioration, theft, and other sources of loss.

1.4 TRANSPORTATION AND HANDLING

A. Products shall be transported by methods to avoid product damage and shall be delivered in undamaged condition in manufacturer’s unopened containers or packaging.

B. The Contractor shall provide equipment and personnel to handle products, materials, and equipment by methods to prevent soiling and damage.

C. The Contractor shall provide additional protection during handling to prevent marring and otherwise

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Materials and Equipment damaging products, packaging, and surrounding surfaces.

1.5 STORAGE AND PROTECTION

A. Products shall be stored in accordance with manufacturers written instructions, with seals and labels intact and legible. Sensitive products shall be stored in weather-tight climate controlled enclosures and temperature and humidity ranges shall be maintained within tolerances required by manufacturer’s written instructions.

B. For exterior storage of fabricated products, they shall be placed on sloped supports above ground.

Products subject to deterioration shall be covered with impervious sheet covering; ventilation shall be provided to avoid condensation.

C. Loose granular materials shall be stored on solid surfaces in a well-drained area and shall be prevented from mixing with foreign matter.

D. Storage shall be arranged in a manner to provide access for maintenance and inspection. The

Contractor shall periodically inspect to assure products are undamaged and are maintained under required conditions.

1.6 MAINTENANCE OF STORAGE

A. Stored products shall be periodically inspected on a scheduled basis. The Contractor shall maintain a log of inspections and shall make said log available to the Owner’s Representative on request.

B. The Contractor shall verify that storage facilities comply with manufacturer’s product storage requirements.

C. The Contractor shall verify that manufacturer-required environmental conditions are maintained continually.

D. The Contractor shall verify that surfaces of products exposed to the elements are not adversely affected and that any weathering of finishes does not occur.

E. For mechanical and electrical equipment, the Contractor shall provide a copy of the manufacturer’s service instructions with each item and the exterior of the package shall contain notice that instructions are included.

F. Products shall be serviced on a regularly scheduled basis, and a log of services shall be maintained and submitted as a record document prior to acceptance by the Owner in accordance with the Contract

Documents.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

END OF SECTION 01600

SECTION 01720

Field Engineering

SECTION 01720

FIELD ENGINEERING

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 CONTRACTOR'S RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Contractor shall perform all staking and measurements essential for the completion of the project in conformance with the Drawings and Specifications.

B. Contractor shall use competent personnel and suitable equipment for the layout work required.

C. Contractor shall protect and preserve in their original position all stakes, points or marks set for the work by the Owner’s Representative.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 – EXECUTION

3.1 OWNER’S REPRESENTATIVE’S ACTIVITIES

A. The Owner’s Representative may check the accuracy of the Contractor's computations and construction measurements as he deems necessary.

PART 4 - MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

4.1 METHOD OF MEASUREMENT

A. Construction surveying and engineering by the Contractor will not be measured.

4.2 BASIS OF PAYMENT

A. Payment for construction, surveying and engineering by the Contractor will not be made as a separate item but shall be considered incidental to the item requiring the work.

END OF SECTION 01720

SECTION 01730

Cutting and Patching

SECTION 01730

CUTTING AND PATCHING

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 DEFINITION

A. “Cutting and Patching” is defined to include the cutting and patching of nominally completed and previously existing concrete, steel, wood and miscellaneous metal structures; piping and pavement, in order to accommodate the coordination of Work, or the installation of other facilities or structures or to uncover other facilities and structures for access or inspection, or to obtain samples for testing, or for similar purposes.

1.2 REQUIREMENTS OF STRUCTURAL WORK

A. Structural Work shall not be cut and patched in a manner resulting in a permanent reduction of load-carrying capacity or load/deflection ratio.

B. Prior to cutting and patching the following categories of Work, the Contractor shall obtain the

Owner’s Representative’s approval to proceed with:

1. Structural steel.

2. Miscellaneous structural metals, including equipment supports, stair systems and similar categories of work.

3. Structural concrete.

4. Foundation construction.

5. Timber and primary wood framing.

6. Bearing walls.

7. Structural decking.

8. Pressurized piping and equipment.

1.3 OPERATIONAL AND SAFETY LIMITATIONS

A. The Contractor shall not cut and patch operational elements and safety-related components in a manner resulting in a reduction of capacities to perform in the manner intended or resulting in decreased operational life, increased maintenance, or decreased safety.

B. Prior to cutting and patching the following categories of Work, the Contractor shall obtain the

Owner’s Representative’s approval to proceed with:

1. Sheeting, shoring and cross bracing.

2. Operating systems and equipment.

3. Water, moisture, vapor, air, smoke barriers, membranes and flashing.

4. Noise and vibration control elements and systems.

5. Control, communication, conveying and electrical wiring systems.

1.4 VISUAL REQUIREMENTS

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Cutting and Patching

A. The Contractor shall not cut and patch Work which is exposed on the exterior or exposed in occupied spaces, in a manner resulting in substantial evidence of the cut and patch work, both as judged solely by the Owner’s Representative. The Contractor shall remove and replace Work judged by the

Owner’s Representative to have been cut and patched in a visually unsatisfactory manner.

1.5 APPROVALS

A. Where prior approval of cutting and patching is required, the Contractor shall submit the request and obtain approval prior to performing the Work. The request should include a description of why cutting and patching cannot reasonably be avoided; how it will be performed; how structural elements

(if any) will be reinforced; products to be used; firms and trades people who will perform the Work;

approximate dates of the Work; and anticipated results in terms of structural, operational, and visual variations from the original Work.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS USED IN CUTI’ING AND PATCHING

A. Except as otherwise indicated, the Contractor shall provide materials for cuffing and patching which will result in equal-or-better Work than the Work being cut and patched, in terms of performance characteristics and including visual effects where applicable. The Contractor shall use material identical with the original materials where feasible.

B. Materials shall comply with the requirements of the Technical Specifications wherever applicable.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 PREPARATION

A. The Contractor shall provide adequate temporary support for Work to be cut to prevent failure.

B. The Contractor shall provide adequate protection of other Work during cutting and patching.

3.2 INSTALLATION

A. The Contractor shall employ skilled trades people to perform cutting and patching. Except as otherwise indicated, the Contractor shall proceed with cutting and patching at the earliest feasible time and perform the Work promptly.

B. The Contractor shall use methods least likely to damage Work to be retained and Work adjoining.

1. In general, where physical cutting action is required, the Contractor shall cut Work with sawing and grinding tools, not with hammering and chopping tools. Openings through concrete work shall be core-drilled and all final edges shall be ground smooth to prevent wear.

2. Comply with the requirements of Technical Specifications wherever applicable.

C. The Contractor shall patch with seams that are as invisible as possible and comply with specified tolerances for the Work.

D. The Contractor shall restore exposed seams of patched area; and, where necessary, extend finish restoration onto retained Work adjoining, in a manner that will eliminate evidence of patching.

END OF SECTION 01730

SECTION 01735

Safety and Health

SECTION 01735

SAFETY AND HEALTH

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION

A. Contractor shall provide adequate labor, training, materials, equipment, and incidentals necessary to provide appropriate protection to employees conducting work per these Specifications and the

Drawings.

1.2 SUBMITTALS

A. The following submittals shall be submitted to the Owner’s Representative. The Owner’s

Representative's approval is required for submittals with an "EA" designation; submittals having an

"FIO" designation are for information only.

Submittal

Item #

Description Designation Comments

1735-2.1.A Personal Protective

Equipment (PPE)

EA

FIO

Submit written documentation on type, manufacturer specification for all PPE to be used onsite.

1735-3.1

Equipment

Operator

Certifications

EA

FIO

Submit certifications and training for each equipment operator prior to mobilization to the job site.

1735-3.2

Designation of Site

Safety

Representative

FIO

Submit written designation of Subcontractor

Site Safety Representative prior to mobilization to the job site.

01735-3.5 MSDS Sheets FIO Submit Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for materials brought to site.

01735-3.10, 3.13, 3.14

Designated

Competent Person

FIO

Submit written designation of Subcontractor

Competent Person for the following: Cranes, Operation and Control; Excavations; Lock-out/Tag-out; Fall Prevention and Protection;

Confined Space.

1.3 REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS

A. Work performed under this contract shall comply with applicable Federal, State, and local safety and occupational health laws and regulations. This includes, but is not limited to, Occupational Safety and

Health Administration standards. Matters of interpretation of standards shall be submitted to the Owner’s

Representative for resolution before starting work. Where the requirements of this application, applicable laws, criteria, ordinances, regulations, and referenced documents vary; the most stringent requirements shall apply.

1.4 JOB CONDITIONS

A. The Owner’s Representative or Inspector has the authority to stop work if safety violations are observed.

B. Contractor shall comply with all requirements listed in Part 1.2 – Submittals.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 PPE REQUIREMENTS

A. Contractor shall provide all materials, personal protective equipment, equipment, and labor required conducting work in a safe manner in accordance with OSHA standards. Onsite personnel shall be provided with appropriate PPE, which shall be maintained or resupplied during the course of the work.

B. Only respirators approved by the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health shall be used.

C. Protective equipment and clothing shall be kept clean and well maintained.

D. All personnel shall wear hard hats, steel-toed boots, safety glasses, and orange or yellow reflective work vests while conducting work.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 EQUIPMENT OPERATOR CERTIFICATIONS

A. Prior to mobilization, Contractor shall submit certifications to the Owner’s Representative for each equipment operator.

3.2 DESIGNATION OF SITE SAFETY REPRESENTATIVE

A. Prior to mobilization, Contractor shall designate an employee to be the Contractor's Site Safety

Representative. This individual shall be responsible for administering the Contractor's Safety

Program on a daily basis during site activities. The duties of Contractor's Site Safety Representative may be combined with other site functions so as to not interfere with the individual's ability to administer the Contractor's Safety Program on a daily basis. Written designation of the Contractor's

Site Safety Representative must be submitted prior to the Subcontractor's mobilization to the job site.

3.3 SITE SPECIFIC SAFETY ORIENTATION

A. During mobilization and site work, it is the responsibility of the Contractor Site Superintendent to ensure that all Contractor employees have received the site safety orientation prior to performing work activities.

3.4 EQUIPMENT INSPECTION

A. Contractor construction equipment shall be inspected by the Owner’s Representative or designated representative prior to the equipment being used on site. Equipment inspections shall be performed using appropriate construction safety inspection form. Noted deficiencies shall be corrected prior to the equipment being placed in use on site. It is the responsibility of the Contractor Site

Superintendent to schedule and ensure that all Contractor construction equipment is inspected and repaired prior to its use on site.

3.5 SUBMITTAL OF MSDS SHEETS

A. Subcontractor shall submit Material Safety Data Sheets for all materials brought to site upon mobilization. MSDS shall be incorporated into the site MSDS binder.

3.6 DAILY TAILGATE MEETING

A. During site activities, a site daily tailgate meeting shall be held each morning. The Owner’s

Representative will designate the location and time for the meeting. The Contractor Site

Superintendent shall ensure that all Contractor employees are on time and in attendance at the daily tailgate meeting. In the event that a Contractor employee is not in attendance at the meeting, the

Contractor Site Superintendent shall ensure that the meeting topics are reviewed with the individual prior to commencing the day's activities.

3.7 DAILY WORK ACTIVITES

A. After attending the daily tailgate meeting, Contractor daily work activities will proceed. The buddy system will be utilized for all site activities and Contractor employees will not work alone when not in direct visual and/or verbal (not considering the use of radios or electronic devices) communication with other workers. Work outside of normal site working hours must be coordinated in advance with the Owner’s Representative.

3.8 HEAT AND COLD STRESS MONITORING

A. It is the Contractor's responsibility to ensure the safety of Contractor employees and report any problems to the Owner’s Representative. The Contractor shall provide adequate supply of cool drinking water for the workers. To guard against cold injury, appropriate clothing shall be worn and the Contractor shall provide dry and warm shelter for rest periods. Procedures to monitor and avoid cold stress shall be followed.

3.9 CONFINED SPACE

A. Entry into and work in a confined space will not be allowed when oxygen less than 19.5 percent or greater than 23.5 percent unless these conditions are adequately addressed in the confined space entry program. The Contractor must evaluate the local rescue services capability prior to using this agency as the first responder to an emergency rescue. In cases where the local agency is not equipped, trained and/or does not have the resources to support confined space rescue operations, a rescue team shall be provided by the Contractor that meets the requirements in accordance with 29 CFR 1926.21.

3.10 WORK PERMIT REQUIREMENTS

A. Hot Work Permit shall be issued by the Inspector. Permits shall be obtained prior to execution of work. Permits shall be issued daily unless otherwise specified by the Owner’s Representative.

B. Utility Clearance Permit shall be obtained from the local utility companies. A review of as-built drawings, site layout and an evaluation of both underground and overhead utilities shall be conducted with the utility and the Contractor and Owner’s Representative.

C. Permit shall be obtained prior to execution of any site activities.

D. The Excavation Permit shall be issued by the Owner’s Representative's designated representative unless Owner permits are required. Permits may be issued daily.

3.11 SPILL AND DISCHARGE CONTROL

A. Contractor shall ensure proper containment of all drums, fixed or mobile tanks, vessels or other containers. Spill kits shall be made available onsite for fixed temporary storage of liquids or solids, and for equipment operations.

3.12 FALL PROTECTION

A. Contractor shall provide fall protection for employees required to work at heights of 6 feet or greater.

Certified fall protection systems, personnel harnesses, lanyards, anchorage devices shall be inspected prior to use onsite and daily thereafter.

3.13 ELECTRICAL SAFETY

A. Only "Authorized Licensed Personnel" shall conduct electrical work. Other designated personnel may conduct lock out-tag out operations to conduct maintenance of equipment. The Contractor shall designate these personnel in writing.

B. Mobile and portable generators shall be equipped with Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters to prevent electrical shock; these units shall be grounded in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications and the National Electric Code (NEC).

C. Electrical cords shall be serviceable and be of the appropriate length and gauge to handle the local weather conditions and load required to power portable equipment. The contractor shall submit a temporary wiring diagram to the Owner’s Representative prior to setup of temporary shelters, trailers, etc. All wiring, switch boxes, circuit breakers shall be in accordance with the NEC.

3.14 EXCAVATION AND TRENCH SAFETY

A. The Contractor shall designate a competent person to plan, inspect and conduct excavation and trenching operations. Contractor shall ensure all required clearances and permits have been obtained prior to execution of work. Soils shall be evaluated to determine appropriate requirements for access, slope, benching and support systems. Additional measures shall be taken to protect structures, roadways, and other similar areas adjacent to work site. Operations shall be in accordance with all safety requirements.

3.15 ILLUMINATION

A. Adequate lighting shall be provided for all work activities.

3.16 DUST CONTROL

A. The Contractor shall ensure dust control is provided to keep dust down to acceptable levels to the

Owner’s Representative. In locations where the use of water may create additional hazards, such as ice, alternate methods must be employed to prevent hazardous conditions and/or pollution created by run-off.

3.17 MATERIAL HANDLING AND MOVEMENT

A. Contractor shall provide appropriate lifting devices adequate to handle all anticipated loads. All rigging, slings etc. shall be inspected prior to use. The Contractor shall ensure all loads are covered prior to movement.

3.18 WASTE DISPOSAL

A. Contractor shall ensure proper temporary storage, housekeeping, and transportation of waste in accordance with all requirements.

3.19 SANITATION

A. Contractor shall provide an adequate supply of drinking water in all places of employment. Drinking water containers shall be cleaned and sanitized prior to each recharge of fresh water. Employees shall use cups when drinking from portable water coolers/containers.

B. Contractor may use toilet facilities at job site. If chosen otherwise, the Contractor may provide toilets at job sites. If provided by the Contractor, twenty employees or fewer require 1 unit. Contractor supplied toilet rooms may be occupied by no more than one person at a time, can be locked from inside, and contain at least one toilet seat. Separate toilet rooms for each gender need not be provided.

Toilets shall be cleaned as a minimum, daily and waste removed at least weekly depending on local conditions

3.20 EMERGENCY EQUIPMENT AND FIRST AID REQUIREMENTS

A. The Contractor shall maintain the following items, as a minimum, onsite and available for immediate use:

1. First aid equipment and supplies shall be at least a 16-unit first aid kit approved by a licensed physician in the ratio of 1 for every 25 persons or less.

2. Fire extinguishers with a minimum rating of [20-B:C] shall be provided at site facilities and in all vehicles and at any other site locations where flammable or combustible materials present a fire risk. Fire extinguishers shall be maintained and in sufficient quantity in vehicles and onsite in accordance with the National Fire Protection Association 10, be inspected annually, and be serviceable.

B. Contractor shall provide a minimum of two personnel onsite trained in emergency first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation. This training must be current within the appropriate time period based on the required frequency.

END OF SECTION 01735

SECTION 01740

Final Clean up and Site Restoration

SECTION 01740

FINAL CLEANUP

AND SITE RESTORATION

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION

A. The Work under this Section includes providing all supervision, labor, materials, tools and equipment necessary for final clean-up and restoration of all areas disturbed by construction activities, to a condition equal to, or better than, before construction started. This does not include cleanup or restoration incidental to, or directly provided for by, other construction items.

1.2 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

A. Maintain premises and public properties free from accumulation of waste, debris, and rubbish caused by operations.

B. At completion of work, remove waste materials, rubbish, tools, equipment, machinery and surplus materials, and clean all sight-exposed surfaces; leave project clean and ready for occupancy.

1.3 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

A. Standards: Maintain project in accordance with the applicable Federal, State, and local safety standards.

B. Hazards control

1. Store volatile wastes in covered original or appropriate containers, and remove from premises daily.

2. Prevent accumulation of wastes, which create hazardous conditions.

3. Provide adequate ventilation during use of volatile or noxious substances.

C. Conduct cleaning and disposal operations to comply with local ordinances and anti-pollution laws.

1. Do not burn or bury rubbish and waste materials on project site unless approved by local fire and air pollution authorities.

2. Do not dispose of volatile wastes such as mineral spirits, oil, or paint thinner in storm or sanitary drains.

3. Do not dispose of wastes into streams or waterways.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS

A. Any materials required shall conform to the appropriate Section of these Specifications.

B. Use only cleaning materials recommended by manufacturer of surface to be cleaned.

C. Use cleaning materials only on surfaces recommended by cleaning material manufacturer

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PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 CONSTRUCTION

A. The Contractor shall clean up all sites disturbed during construction of the project. This includes removal of all construction equipment, disposal of all excess materials, disposal of all rubbish and debris, removal of all temporary structures, and grading of the sites so that no standing water is evident.

B. Final cleanup work shall be completed as closely behind the construction work as it is physically possible to do.

C. Unless otherwise specifically provided in writing only those portions of the completed work will be included in the partial pay estimates where, in the Owner’s Representative's opinion, the cleanup work has been satisfactorily completed.

END OF SECTION 01740

SECTION 02060

Demolition and Disposal

SECTION 02060

DEMOLITION AND DISPOSAL

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION

A. Work under this Section shall include all labor, materials, tools and equipment necessary for the demolition, salvage and proper offsite disposal or storage of all items as designated herein and as shown on the Drawings. The Contractor shall provide an appropriate disposal site for all items designated to be disposed. Demolition and disposal methods shall meet all local, state and federal regulations.

1.2 SUBMITTALS

A. Demolition plan shall be submitted to the Owner’s Representative within two (2) weeks after award that includes:

1. Demolition sequence: This section shall include a step-by-step plan for demolishing or removing the structures and debris.

2. Debris staging: This section shall show the areas on the site where debris will be staged and describe how the debris will be stored and secured.

3. Debris disposal: This section shall describe disposal routes, transportation, and disposal facilities to be used.

B. Provide and approve of a Site Health and Safety Plan meeting all state and federal health and safety requirements prior to commencing Work. This plan shall cover the Work to be conducted under this contract and shall provide for the health and safety of the Contractor’s employees and subcontractors, site visitors and the general public.

1.3 APPLICABLE STANDARDS AND RELATED SPECIFICATIONS

A. Contractor is to abide by State and Federal health and safety standards to protect the health and safety of employees, workers and site visitors.

B. National Emissions Standard for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP).

C. International Fire Code 2009.

D. Local environmental rules.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used).

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATIONS AND PREPARATION

A. Examine conditions on site with the Owner’s Representative prior to commencement of Work.

B. Conduct demolition Work in a manner that does not interfere with ranger station operations.

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Demolition and Disposal

C. Conduct demolition to minimize interference with adjacent structures and interruption to public services.

D. Cease operations immediately if adjacent structures appear to be in danger and notify the Owner’s

Representative. Do not resume operations until directed by the Owner’s Representative.

E. The Contractor is required to coordinate with Alaska Power & Telephone in Klawock for power disconnect as necessary prior to demolition Work.

3.2 DEMOLITION

A. The Contractor shall demolish and remove the following: See the Drawings for other demolition and removal instruction details. The Work includes but is not limited to the demolition and removal of:

Standby generator and associated fuel line, fuel day tank, exhaust ductwork, exhaust and intake louvers, framing, and exterior trim.

Standby generator housekeeping pad. To be removed to be on grade with existing concrete floor.

B. Demolish and dispose all other incidental and miscellaneous items as required to complete the project.

C. The Contractor is to coordinate with the Owner to avoid interference with normal activities. It is the

Contractor’s responsibility to ensure that demolition activities not hinder Owner activities.

D. Cease operations immediately if adjacent structures appear to be in danger and notify the Owner’s

Representative. Do not resume operations until directed by the Owner’s Representative.

E. The Contractor shall designate a controlled area inside the project boundary (to be approved by the

Owner’s Representative) for staging demolition debris. The Contractor shall control entry into this area and secure the area with temporary fencing. The area is to be designed to contain any spillage, and to protect the stored materials from the elements.

F. Place construction signs and barricades as required to prevent public entry into the Work area.

G. Obtain written permission from adjacent property owners when demolition equipment will traverse, infringe upon or limit access to their property. Develop alternatives if permission is not granted.

3.3 DISPOSAL

A. Unless otherwise specifically stated in the Section, all demolished material shall become the property of the Contractor. The Contractor shall categorize all debris as regulated (requiring special disposal), non-regulated (may be landfilled) or combustible (may be burned at a burn site chosen by the

Contractor and in accordance local, Environmental Protection Agency and Alaska Department of

Environmental Conservation regulations). The Contractor is responsible for all facility fees for waste recycling, treatment or disposal.

END OF SECTION 02060

SECTION 03302

Minor Concrete Structures

SECTION 03302

MINOR CONCRETE STRUCTURES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION

A. The Work under this Section includes providing all labor, materials, tools and equipment necessary for furnishing and installing minor concrete structures, removal and disposal of the existing structure to be replaced by the proposed structures, and all backfill and grading, in accordance with these specifications and in reasonably close conformity with the lines, grades, details, and locations shown on the Drawings or established by the Owner’s Representative.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS

A. Portland Cement shall conform to the requirements of AASHTO M85.

B. Aggregate shall be clean, durable, uniformly graded sand and gravel, or crushed stone, 100% passing a 1 1/2 inch sieve and containing not more than 5% passing a U.S. No. 200 sieve.

C. Air-entraining admixtures shall conform to the requirement of AASHTO M154.

D. Water shall be obtained from the AIPC water system, unless otherwise permitted in writing by the

Owner’s Representative.

E. Curing materials shall conform to the requirements of AASHTO M182, AASHTO M171, or

AASHTO M148, as appropriate; except that AASHTO M148 is modified to prohibit use of compounds utilizing linseed oil.

F. Reinforcing Steel shall conform to the requirements of AASHTO M31.

G. Welded Wire Fabric shall conform to the requirements of AASHTO M55.

H. Joint Fillers shall be of the type specified in the contract, and shall conform to the appropriate following requirements:

1. Poured filler - AASHTO M173 or AASHTO M282 as specified.

2. Preformed filler – AASHTO M 213

3. Hot-poured sealant - ASTM D3405

4. Hot-poured elastomeric type sealant - ASTM D3406

I. “Concrete International Corporation” Ashford formula or approved equal, shall be used instead of the specified curing materials.

2.2 COMPOSITION OF CONCRETE

A. Portland cement concrete will ordinarily be accepted on the basis of certification.

B. The concrete shall contain 4 to 7% of entrained air, as determined by AASHTO T152. Concrete shall have a slump of not more than 4 inches as de determined by AASHTO T119.

C. Concrete shall contain not less than 611 pounds of cement and not more than 300 pounds of water per cubic yard.

D. The concrete shall develop a minimum compressive strength of 3,000 psi in 28 days.

E. The concrete shall be subject to acceptance or rejection by visual inspection at the job site.

Re-tempering concrete will not be permitted.

F. The Contractor shall submit for approval the following:

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