UFC 3-810-01

1 September 2025

UNIFIED FACILITIES CRITERIA (UFC)

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Change No. Date Location

This UFC supersedes UFC 3-810-01N, dated 1 March 2016.

FOREWORD

The Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) system is prescribed by MIL-STD 3007 and provides planning, design, construction, sustainment, restoration, and modernization criteria, and applies to the Military Departments, the Defense Agencies, and the DoD Field Activities in accordance with USD (AT&L) Memorandum dated 29 May 2002. UFC will be used for all DoD projects and work for other customers where appropriate. All construction outside of the United States, its territories, and possessions is also governed by Status of Forces Agreements (SOFA), Host Nation Funded Construction Agreements (HNFA), and in some instances, Bilateral Infrastructure Agreements (BIA). Therefore, the acquisition team must ensure compliance with the most stringent of the UFC, the SOFA, the HNFA, and the BIA, as applicable.

UFC are living documents and will be periodically reviewed, updated, and made available to users as part of the Military Department’s responsibility for providing technical criteria for military construction. Headquarters, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (HQUSACE), Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command (NAVFAC), and Air Force Civil Engineer Center (AFCEC) are responsible for administration of the UFC system. Technical content of UFC is the responsibility of the cognizant DoD working group. Defense Agencies should contact the respective DoD Working Group for document interpretation and improvements. Recommended changes with supporting rationale may be sent to the respective DoD working group by submitting a Criteria Change Request (CCR) via the Internet site listed below.

UFC are effective upon issuance and are distributed only in electronic media from the following source:

• Whole Building Design Guide website https://www.wbdg.org/dod.

Refer to UFC 1-200-01, DoD Building Code, for implementation of new issuances on projects.

AUTHORIZED BY:

THOMAS P. SMITH, P.E., SES

Chief, Engineering and Construction U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

S. KEITH HAMILTON, P.E., SES

Chief Engineer and Assistant Commander Planning, Design and Construction Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command

THOMAS P. BROWN, SES

Deputy Director of Civil Engineers DCS/Logistics, Engineering & Force Protection (HAF/A4C) HQ United States Air Force

MARK S. SINDER, SES

Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense (Infrastructure Modernization and Resilience) Office of the Secretary of Defense http://www.wbdg.org/pdfs/ufc_implementation.pdf https://www.wbdg.org/dod i

TABLE OF CONTENTS

CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION

1-1 BACKGROUND

1-2 INCORPORATES AND CANCELS

1-3 PURPOSE AND SCOPE

1-4 APPLICABILITY

1-5 GENERAL BUILDING REQUIREMENTS

1-6 CYBERSECURITY

1-7 GLOSSARY

1-8 REFERENCES

CHAPTER 2 TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS

2-1 PERMITS

2-2 REGULATORY NOTIFICATIONS

2-3 DESIGN CRITERIA

2-4 FIELD INVESTIGATION

2-4.1 Safety

2-5 ASBESTOS CONTAINING MATERIALS

2-5.1 Conducting Field Investigations, Surveys and Sampling – Asbestos Containing Materials

2-5.2 Laboratory – Asbestos Containing Materials

2-5.3 Control of Regulated Asbestos Containing Materials

2-6 PAINT

2-6.1 Lead-Based Paint in Target Housing and Child-Occupied Facilities

2-6.2 Lead-Based Paint in Target Commercial or Industrial Facilities

2-6.3 Paint – Lead, Cadmium, Chromium, and Other Hazardous Metals

2-7 BERYLLIUM

2-7.1 Conducting Field Investigations and Surveys - Beryllium

2-7.2 Laboratory - Beryllium

2-7.3 Management - Beryllium

2-8 RADON

2-8.1 Radon Mitigation

2-8.2 Conducting Field Investigations, Surveys, and Sampling – Radon ii

2-9 POLYCHLORINATED BIPHENYLS

2-9.1 Conducting Field Investigations, Surveys, and Sampling – Polychlorinated Biphenyls

2-9.2 Management of Polychlorinated Biphenyls

2-10 LOW-LEVEL RADIOACTIVE COMPONENTS

2-10.1 Conducting Field Investigations, Surveys, and Sampling – Low-Level Radioactive Components

2-11 ANIMAL DROPPINGS

2-11.1 Conducting Field Investigations and Surveys – Animal Droppings

2-12 MOLD AND SPORES

2-12.1 Conducting Field Investigations, Surveys, and Sampling – Molds and Spores

2-12.2 Laboratory – Molds and Spores

2-13 STORAGE TANKS

2-13.1 Tank Installation

2-13.2 Tank Removal

2-14 CONTAMINATED SOIL OR GROUNDWATER

2-14.1 Conducting Field Investigations, Surveys, and Sampling – Contaminated Soil or Groundwater

2-14.2 Laboratory – Contaminated Soil or Groundwater

2-15 CONTROL AND MANAGEMENT OF SOLID AND HAZARDOUS

WASTE

2-15.1 Hazardous Waste Accumulation

2-15.2 Conducting Field Investigations, Surveys, and Sampling – Solid and Hazardous Waste

2-15.3 Laboratory – Solid and Hazardous Waste

2-16 OTHER ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

2-16.1 National Environmental Policy Act

2-16.2 Cultural Resources

2-16.3 Air Quality

2-16.4 Wetlands/Waters of the United States

2-16.5 Natural Resources

2-17 CHLORDANE

2-17.1 Conducting Field Investigations, Surveys - Chlordane iii

2-17.2 Laboratory – Chlordane

2-17.3 Control of Chlordane

2-18 PER- AND POLYFLUOROALKYL SUBSTANCES

2-18.1 Conducting Field Investigations, Surveys – Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances

2-18.2 Laboratory – Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances

2-18.3 Management of Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances

CHAPTER 3 DELIVERABLES

3-1 FIELD INVESTIGATION REPORT

3-1.1 Drawings

3-1.2 Report – Asbestos Containing Materials

3-1.3 Report – Lead-Based Paint in Target Housing and Child-Occupied Facilities

3-1.4 Report – Paint

3-1.5 Report – Beryllium

3-1.6 Report – Radon

3-1.7 Report – Polychlorinated Biphenyls

3-1.8 Report – Low-Level Radioactive Components

3-1.9 Report – Animal Droppings

3-1.10 Report – Molds and Spores

3-1.11 Report – Tanks

3-1.12 Report - Contaminated Soil or Groundwater

3-1.13 Report – Waste Characterization

3-1.14 Report – Chlordane

3-1.15 Report – Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances

3-2 SPECIFICATIONS AND DRAWINGS

3-2.1 Design Build Request for Proposal (Pre-Award)

3-2.2 Design Build Request for Proposal (Post-Award)

3-2.3 Specifications

3-2.4 Asbestos Containing Materials

3-2.5 Lead-Based Paint in Target Housing and Child-Occupied Facilities

3-2.6 Paint in Commercial or Industrial Facilities

3-2.7 Beryllium iv

3-2.8 Radon

3-2.9 Polychlorinated Biphenyls

3-2.10 Low-Level Radioactive Components

3-2.11 Mercury

3-2.12 Animal Droppings

3-2.13 Molds and Spores

3-2.14 Tank Removal

3-2.15 Contaminated Soil or Groundwater

3-2.16 Specifications for Waste

3-3 COST ESTIMATES

CHAPTER 4 HANDLING AND STORAGE

4-1 HANDLING AND STORAGE OF HAZARDOUS MATERIAL

4-2 HAZARDOUS MATERIAL TRANSPORTATION

4-2.1 Department of Transportation Requirements

4-2.2 Shipping Name

4-2.3 Packaging, Marking, and Labeling

4-2.4 Placards

4-2.5 Proper Container

APPENDIX A BEST PRACTICES

A-1 LEAD-BASED PAINT IN TARGET HOUSING AND CHILD-OCCUPIED

FACILITIES

A-2 PAINT – LEAD, CADMIUM, CHROMIUM, AND OTHER HAZARDOUS

METALS

A-3 BERYLLIUM

A-3.1 Beryllium Uses and Products

A-4 RADON

A-5 POLYCHLORINATED BIPHENYLS

A-6 ANIMAL DROPPINGS

A-6.1 Histoplasmosis

A-6.2 Hantavirus

A-7 MOLDS AND SPORES

A-8 STORAGE TANKS

A-9 CONTAMINATED SOIL OR GROUNDWATER

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A-10 SOLID WASTE

A-10.1 Nonhazardous Waste

A-10.2 Universal Waste

A-10.3 Used Oil

A-11 CULTURAL RESOURCES

A-11.1 Archaeology

A-11.2 Architectural

A-12 CHLORDANE

A-13 PER- AND POLYFLUOROALKYL SUBSTANCES

APPENDIX B GLOSSARY

B-1 ACRONYMS AND ABBREVIATIONS

B-2 DEFINITION OF TERMS

APPENDIX C REFERENCES

TABLES

Table 2-1 Regulatory References vi

CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION

1-1 BACKGROUND.

Environmental Engineering combines the principles of engineering and science to protect the environment, preserve resources, and enhance public health. Congress has enacted various acts to improve or protect the natural environment, clean up polluted sites, and protect human health by providing requirements for clean air, solid and hazardous waste management, mitigation of hazardous materials, and various other issues that affect public health. This legislation establishes conditions requiring Federal agencies to implement projects in a manner that maintains or enhances the environment and public health.

1-2 INCORPORATES AND CANCELS.

This UFC incorporates and cancels UFC 3-810-01N dated 1 March 2016, and all subsequent changes.

1-3 PURPOSE AND SCOPE.

This document provides technical criteria and outlines technical requirements for the more typical aspects of Environmental Engineering. It is not intended to cover all aspects of Environmental Engineering. It is primarily intended for building demolition, building renovation, and facility construction projects. It does introduce other topics such as cultural resources preservation, wetlands protection, and remediation of contaminated soil and groundwater. While topics such as contaminated soil and groundwater are introduced, this UFC is not intended to cover the remediation of all hazardous materials. Where remediation of specific hazardous materials not covered in this criteria is warranted, contact the appropriate environmental media manager. Many of these topics are considered during the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) process. This UFC expects that appropriate NEPA actions have been accomplished prior to committing resources to any proposed activity.

Many facilities were constructed with materials that are now considered hazardous to worker safety and the environment. Removal and disposal of these materials requires a complex analysis of Federal, state, and local regulations to determine the appropriate methods for removing and disposing of these hazardous materials. Use this UFC to determine the minimum environmental engineering design requirements and to ensure that costs associated with these requirements are included in the overall project funding. State and local regulations may be more stringent. Where other state or local criteria regulatory requirements exist, comply with the more stringent requirements.

APPENDIX A contains best practices for additional consideration.

1-4 APPLICABILITY.

This UFC follows the same applicability as UFC 1-200-01, paragraph 1-3, with no exceptions.

1-5 GENERAL BUILDING REQUIREMENTS.

Comply with UFC 1-200-01, DoD Building Code. UFC 1-200-01 provides applicability of model building codes and government unique criteria for typical design disciplines and building systems, as well as for accessibility, antiterrorism, security, high performance and sustainability requirements, and safety. Use this UFC in addition to UFC 1-200-01 and the UFCs and government criteria referenced therein.

1-6 CYBERSECURITY.

All facility-related control systems (including systems separate from a utility monitoring and control system) must be planned, designed, acquired, executed, and maintained in accordance with UFC 4-010-06, Cybersecurity of Facility-Related Control Systems (FRCS), and as required by individual Service Implementation Policy.

1-7 GLOSSARY.

APPENDIX B contains acronyms, abbreviations, and terms.

1-8 REFERENCES.

APPENDIX C contains a list of references used in this document. The publication date of the code or standard is not included in this document. Unless otherwise specified, the most recent edition of the referenced publication applies.

CHAPTER 2 TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS

Identification and compliance with all Federal, state and local environmental regulations requires comprehensive environmental investigations, analysis, design and engineering.

A lack of these comprehensive environmental tasks and efforts leads to increased project schedules and costs, and potential Notices of Violations (NOV) and fines.

2-1 PERMITS.

Identify, assist, or provide, as applicable, all permits, approvals and fees required for the design, construction and operation of the proposed project from Federal, state and local regulatory authorities or overseas equivalent. Licensure in the state where the project is located may be required to obtain permits and approvals. Coordinate with the Installation Environmental (EV) staff or the Environmental Planning Function (EPF) to obtain the project NEPA documentation, as applicable, for project specific requirements.

For areas outside of the United States and its territories and possessions with host nation agreements, follow design approval procedure as directed in project scope and by the Government Project Manager. For areas outside of the United States and its territories and possessions without Host nation agreements, the Government will review and approve environmental plans.

For Navy only, comply with Facilities Criteria (FC) 1-300-09N, Navy and Marine Corps Design Procedures, for professional registration requirements.

2-2 REGULATORY NOTIFICATIONS.

Identify all regulatory notification requirements in accordance with Federal, state, and local regulations. Where the Government needs to provide public notification, coordinate with the Government Project Manager and the Installation EV staff. Require the Contractor to provide copies of all regulatory notifications to the Government Project Manager and the Installation EV staff. Typically, regulatory notifications are provided for the following (this listing is not all inclusive): demolition, renovation, national pollutant discharge elimination system defined site work, or remediation of hazardous materials (such as asbestos, hazardous waste, and lead-based paint).

2-3 DESIGN CRITERIA.

Contact the Installation EV program staff for specific environmental requirements for the project location. Design projects in accordance with applicable requirements of the local regulatory agency with jurisdiction over the installation and the criteria in this UFC;

whichever is more stringent.

Provide design in accordance with the following criteria precedence:

1. Federal regulations required for installations in the United States, U.S.

Territories, and U.S. Possessions governed by U.S. law

2. Department of Defense Policies

3. Department of Defense Component specific Facility Criteria (FC)

4. State and local regulations for the project location

5. EM 385-1-1 Safety and Health Requirements

6. Final Governing Standards (FGS) and Overseas Environmental Baseline

Guidance Document (OEBGD)

7. Protection of natural resources and minimization of potential environmental impacts

2-4 FIELD INVESTIGATION.

Ensure qualified monitors, escorts, or technicians are utilized, as required, to perform the field investigations. Take precautions to protect human health and the environment as required by Federal, state, and local regulations and DoD policy. Ensure that the contract documents include information and survey data sufficient to identify and quantify the materials listed in the following paragraphs.

Complete all field investigations (such as information gathering, surveys, sampling and testing), for the environmentally sensitive materials indicated below. Each Installation should maintain record files pertaining to the environmental aspects of previously constructed projects. Contact the Installation EV program staff, and other planning, design, and construction personnel as applicable, and obtain all existing surveys, test reports and drawings prior to beginning field investigations.

2-4.1 Safety.

Comply with EM 385-1-1 and all safety and environmental regulations during field investigations, surveys, sampling, abatement and removal procedures, material management, and waste management. Comply with DoDI 6055.01, DoD Safety and Occupational Health (SOH) Program, and the applicable Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Standards. Verify that all preconstruction work performed and construction contract requirements, such as facility surveys, sampling, testing, and field investigations, comply with DoDI 6055.01 for respiratory protection, noise exposure, permit-required confined-space entry, personal protective equipment, protection of building occupants, and similar.

Verify current and prior site use. Explosive safety support may be required prior to or during activities on sites known or suspected of being contained with unexploded ordnance (UXO) or discarded military munitions (DMM). The discovery of UXO or DMM during site activities will result in halting intrusive activities until the explosive risks are fully assessed and appropriate safety measures implemented. The level of explosive safety support and munitions response action is determined on a case-by-case basis.

Refer to Defense Explosives Safety Regulation (DESR) 6055.09 for additional information.

2-5 ASBESTOS CONTAINING MATERIALS.

Asbestos containing materials (ACMs) are commonly found in building materials and related products. Asbestos-containing products are available today and are often used in the form of tars, sealants, caulks, coatings, insulation, and roofing materials. These requirements apply to sites and projects where existing buildings or structures will be renovated, altered, repaired, or demolished as part of the scope of work.

For Navy only, comply with OPNAV M-5090.1, Chapter 25: Toxic Substances Control Act, Section 25-3.3: Asbestos.

Do not remove installed ACMs that are in good condition for the sole purpose of eliminating asbestos. Identify ACMs that will not be disturbed or do not have the potential to be disturbed during the construction activities and manage in place.

2-5.1 Conducting Field Investigations, Surveys and Sampling – Asbestos Containing Materials.

Perform facility asbestos investigation, survey and sampling in accordance with 40 CFR 763 prior to any renovation, alteration, repair, or demolition project that will disturb building materials regardless of the age of the existing construction. For Federal requirements, refer to https://www.epa.gov/asbestos/information-owners-and-managers-buildings-contain-asbestos#renovation. Data from previous asbestos surveys may be available from the Installation EV staff, Installation Safety Officer, or Asbestos Program Manager. Earlier surveys may not have included all suspected regulated asbestos containing materials (RACMs) that will be impacted by the project.

This may include, but is not limited to, roofing materials, crawl-space soils, and confined utility chases. Provide personnel who are currently Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) accredited asbestos inspectors to perform ACM sampling.

When investigation and sampling are performed, there are hazards associated with the generation of dust. OSHA Standards cite action levels and exposure limits with regard to worker protection. Designate a competent person to perform the investigation and sampling and to monitor worker exposure in accordance with 29 CFR 1926.1101.

2-5.2 Laboratory – Asbestos Containing Materials.

Use laboratories that are fully equipped and proficient in conducting analyses of suspect RACM bulk samples in accordance with 40 CFR 763, are accredited by the National Institute of Standards and Technology/National Voluntary Laboratory Accreditation Program (NIST/NVLAP) and are a successful participant and maintain proficiency in the NIST/NVLAP sponsored quality assurance program for asbestos identification.

2-5.3 Control of Regulated Asbestos Containing Materials.

40 CFR 61.145 defines demolition activities and renovation activities and establishes different requirements for each one. Identify what requirements apply to the project, based on the National Emissions Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) for https://www.epa.gov/asbestos/information-owners-and-managers-buildings-contain-asbestos#renovation https://www.epa.gov/asbestos/information-owners-and-managers-buildings-contain-asbestos#renovation

Asbestos, 40 CFR Part 61 Subpart M compliant survey, and include in the specifications. Before beginning any demolition or renovation activities, determine the potential for releasing asbestos. Identify the requirements for notification to the regulatory agency and include in the specifications.

2-6 PAINT.

2-6.1 Lead-Based Paint in Target Housing and Child-Occupied Facilities.

These requirements apply to projects involving the renovation, alteration, or repair of any target housing or child-occupied facility. Child-occupied facilities may include, but are not limited to, daycare centers, preschools, or kindergarten classrooms.

40 CFR 745 Subpart L includes specific requirements for any work in a child-occupied facility under EPA Title X and EPA RRP Rule. EPA Title X is not limited to residential units, and also applies to child-occupied facilities. Design and perform all phases of work relating to Lead-Based Paint in accordance with EPA Title X and EPA RRP Rule.

2-6.1.1 Conducting Field Investigations, Surveys, and Sampling – Lead- Based Paint in Target Housing and Child-Occupied Facilities.

Evaluate all surfaces impacted by the project for lead-based paint, including, but not limited to, painted surfaces (interior and exterior), dust, and soil. Perform all sampling and testing in accordance with EPA Title X and EPA RRP Rule. Sampling and testing will include x-ray fluorescence (XRF), bulk, wipe, water, and soil sampling as required by EPA Title X and EPA RRP Rule. Provide EPA accredited professionals to perform the lead-based paint field work, sampling, and risk assessment.

2-6.1.2 Laboratory – Lead-Based Paint in Target Housing and Child- Occupied Facilities.

Use laboratories that meet all the requirements of EPA Title X, EPA RRP Rule, and laboratories performing analysis for lead-based paint chip, air, water, soil, or wipe samples. Laboratories must be fully accredited by the EPA National Lead Laboratory Accreditation Program (NLLAP) and rated proficient in the EPA Environmental Lead Proficiency in Analytical Testing (ELPAT) Program. The EPA list of accredited laboratories is available on the following website: https://www.epa.gov/lead/national-lead-laboratory-accreditation-program-nllap.

2-6.1.3 Removal of Lead-Based Paint in Target Housing and Child-Occupied Facilities.

Abatement is a lead-based paint hazard-reduction method that is designed to permanently eliminate lead-based paint or lead-based hazards. Permanent removal is defined as having a 20-year expected life. Require abatement to be performed by certified abatement workers who successfully completed an EPA accredited abatement worker course and who are supervised by an abatement supervisor certified under EPA or under a state program authorized by EPA. Abatement activities include:

https://www.epa.gov/lead/national-lead-laboratory-accreditation-program-nllap https://www.epa.gov/lead/national-lead-laboratory-accreditation-program-nllap

• Removing lead-based paint and its dust

• Permanently encapsulating or enclosing the lead-based paint

• Replacing components with lead-based paint

• Removing or permanently covering lead-contaminated soil

Prior to clearing an area in which lead-based paint abatement has been performed, collect and analyze a representative clearance sample by a certified individual and an accredited laboratory, in accordance with the EPA RRP Rule. Require the Contractor to comply with the EPA RRP Rule in the specifications.

Residential lead-based paint may be disposed of in construction and demolition (C&D) landfills in accordance with 66 FR 53535 in addition to being disposed of in municipal solid waste landfills.

2-6.2 Lead-Based Paint in Target Commercial or Industrial Facilities.

There are currently no EPA regulations applicable to lead-based paint in commercial or industrial facilities. If abatement activities do occur, in order to dispose of lead-based paint waste from industrial or commercial sources, take a representative sample, as defined by EPA, of the waste material and require analysis using the toxicity characteristic leaching procedure (TCLP). Samples equal to or greater than 5.0 milligrams per liter (mg/L) TCLP are considered hazardous and need to be disposed of in an approved hazardous waste landfill. Samples less than 5.0 mg/L TCLP are considered nonhazardous and may be disposed of in a municipal solid waste landfill or a C&D landfill. Indicate final disposition of the waste material in accordance with the test results.

2-6.3 Paint – Lead, Cadmium, Chromium, and Other Hazardous Metals.

Refer to 2-6.1 Lead-Based Paint in Target Housing and Child-Occupied Facilities for any work being performed in target housing or child-occupied facilities. Paints containing lead, cadmium and chromium are often found as protective coatings on structural steel, tanks, piping, metal building components, or exterior coatings on metal surfaces and are used in current operational processes in various facilities, such as aircraft maintenance hangars, ship maintenance and repair facilities, and similar types of facilities. Require control and management of dust and particulates containing lead, cadmium, chromium, and other hazardous metals generated from construction activities in accordance with 29 CFR 1926.62, 1926.1126, 1926.1127, 1910.1026, and 1910.1027 to avoid contaminated indoor air or contaminated dust on building surfaces.

For Navy only, comply with OPNAVINST M-5100.23.

Identify the potential factors that affect the thresholds and exposures to building occupants and construction workers in accordance with DoDI 6055.01 and state codes and laws. Require facility engineering controls, building occupant protection, construction activity requirements for worker protection, and any additional requirements for safe environmental conditions in the specifications.

2-6.3.1 Conducting Field Investigations, Surveys, and Sampling - Paint.

Monitor worker exposure in accordance with DoDI 6055.01. Use ASTM Standards and EPA or HUD Guidelines for air monitoring criteria. Evaluate anticipated waste materials as part of the field investigation and sampling. Refer to paragraph entitled “Control and Management of Solid and Hazardous Waste” for additional requirements.

2-6.3.2 Laboratory – Paint.

Use laboratories that are fully accredited by the EPA NLLAP and rated proficient in the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health; EPA ELPAT to perform analysis for air samples. Refer to the paragraph entitled “Laboratory - Lead-Based Paint in Target Housing and Child-Occupied Facilities” for a link to the EPA website to verify the list of accredited laboratories.

2-7 BERYLLIUM.

These requirements apply to sites and projects where any existing buildings or structures will be renovated, altered, repaired, or demolished. Beryllium can be found in the air and on surfaces where beryllium is used as either a pure metal, as beryllium oxide, as an alloy with copper, aluminum, magnesium, or nickel and in certain types of slags. Facilities that have the potential to contain beryllium include:

• Primary Beryllium Production

• Processing Beryllium Metal/Alloys/Composites

• Furnace Shops

• Machine Shops

• Metal Fabricating Shops

• Welding Shops

• Dental Labs

• Abrasive Blasting Shops (slags)

If not properly controlled and managed, dust or particulates containing beryllium may be deposited on building surfaces. Facility types that may contain beryllium (dust and particulates) include areas such as aircraft maintenance hangars, ship maintenance and repair facilities, automotive repair facilities, dental labs and similar types of facilities.

2-7.1 Conducting Field Investigations and Surveys - Beryllium.

Perform a beryllium investigation and survey where beryllium is known to have been used or processed. Where beryllium has been used or processed, test all surfaces impacted by the project for beryllium dust. Perform all sampling and testing in accordance with applicable ASTM and industry standards.

When investigation and sampling are performed, there are hazards associated with the generation of dust. OSHA Standards cite action levels and exposure limits with regard to worker protection. Wherever employees are, or can reasonably be expected to be, exposed to airborne beryllium at levels above the time weighted standard permissible exposure limits or short-term exposure limit; monitor worker exposure and designate a competent person to perform the investigation and sampling in accordance with 29 CFR 1910.1024, 29 CFR 1915.1024 and 29 CFR 1926.1124.

2-7.2 Laboratory - Beryllium.

Use laboratories that are fully accredited by Industrial Hygiene Laboratory Accreditation Program.

2-7.3 Management - Beryllium.

Require control and management of beryllium during construction in accordance with 29 CFR 1910.1024, 29 CFR 1915.1024 and 29 CFR 1926.1124. Areas with beryllium dust may be cleaned by high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filter vacuuming in accordance with 29 CFR 1910.1024.

2-8 RADON.

2-8.1 Radon Mitigation.

Implement a radon mitigation system design in new or renovated, altered, or repaired occupied facilities as described in UFC 3-101-01. For any occupied building renovation, alteration, or repair, identify the levels of indoor radon. In addition, comply with ASTM E2121, and state specific documents from the EPA for additional information concerning radon zones, and level of risk (low, medium, high), whichever is more stringent.

For Navy only, comply with Navy Radon Assessment and Mitigation Program Guidebook for Naval Shore Installations.

2-8.2 Conducting Field Investigations, Surveys, and Sampling – Radon.

Use short-term testing detectors or long-term alpha tracking detectors to determine if radon is present at the project site. The short-term test is typically 90 days, and the long-term test can be up to one year. A list of approved testing devices can be found at https://nrpp.info/devices/approved-devices/ or https://www.nrsb.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/NRSB-Approved-Devices.pdf Obtain all existing radon test information from Installation EV staff.

For Navy only, confirm with the Installation’s EV staff that the radon detection devices and the sampling strategies and procedures comply with the Navy Radon Assessment and Mitigation Program (NAVRAMP). All radon monitors and detectors used for https://nrpp.info/devices/approved-devices/ https://www.nrsb.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/NRSB-Approved-Devices.pdf https://www.nrsb.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/NRSB-Approved-Devices.pdf reportable measurements must be approved by a certifying body (National Radon Safety Board (NRSB) or National Radon Proficiency Program (NRPP)).

2-9 POLYCHLORINATED BIPHENYLS.

Eliminate polychlorinated biphenyls (PCB) containing materials from all equipment and all electrical distribution systems.

For Navy only, refer to OPNAV M-5090.1, Section, Polychlorinated Biphenyls.

2-9.1 Conducting Field Investigations, Surveys, and Sampling – Polychlorinated Biphenyls.

Obtain a current environmental survey from Installation EV staff that indicates the status of PCB in the building to be renovated, repaired, altered, or demolished. Provide an inspector who is familiar with the various uses of PCB. Based on the age of the facility and the extent of the project, determine the potential PCB sources. During the field survey, the inspector is to examine the potential PCB sources for labeling and manufacturer information. If there is no label that states “non-PCB”, contact the manufacturer for more information or assume the source contains PCB.

2-9.2 Management of Polychlorinated Biphenyls.

Manage and dispose of PCB in accordance with the Toxic Substance Control Act (TSCA) and with state and local requirements. Dispose of PCB materials at facilities meeting the requirements of incineration or in a chemical waste landfill as required by 40 CFR 761 Subpart D. Contractors are required to comply with all DoD-applicable PCB requirements while performing work onsite.

2-10 LOW-LEVEL RADIOACTIVE COMPONENTS.

Components that may contain low-level radioactive (LLR) material include thermostats, switches, smoke detectors, High Intensity Discharge (HID) lamps and exit signs. If there is no label or a warning on the label that states the contents of the source, assume it contains LLR material. Refer to the Multi-Agency Radiation Survey and Site Investigation Manual (MARSSIM) which provides guidance on planning, conducting, evaluating, and documenting building surface and surface soil final status radiological surveys for demonstrating compliance with dose or risk-based regulations or standards.

2-10.1 Conducting Field Investigations, Surveys, and Sampling – Low-Level Radioactive Components.

Obtain a current environmental survey from Installation EV staff that indicates the status of LLR components in the building to be altered, renovated, repaired, or demolished.

Provide an inspector familiar with the various building components that could contain LLR material. Based on age of the facility and the extent of the project, determine potential sources. During the field survey, the inspector is to examine the potential sources for labeling. If there is no label that states the contents contain potential LLR material, contact the manufacturer for more information or assume the source contains LLR material. Comply with DoDI 4715.27 for handling and disposal of LLR waste.

2-11 ANIMAL DROPPINGS.

2-11.1 Conducting Field Investigations and Surveys – Animal Droppings.

Testing soil and air samples for Histoplasma is not likely to be useful because the fungus is thought to be common in the environment in certain areas, and positive or negative results in soil samples does not mean the soil is a source of infection or that the fungus is not there. Treat soils, buildings, or other areas with bat droppings or bird manure as containing the Histoplasma virus. Use best practice document DHHS 2005- 109 when conducting surveys or preparing specification for building renovation, alteration, or demolition projects. Do not stir up dust by sweeping or vacuuming areas containing rodent droppings or nesting material as it may contain Hantavirus. Use Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidance, How to Clean up After Rodents, for cleanup requirements found at: https://www.cdc.gov/healthy-pets/rodent-control/clean-up.html. Consult with industrial hygienist and pest management personnel to identify control and management procedures and to identify long-term solutions.

2-12 MOLD AND SPORES.

These requirements apply to sites and projects where any existing building(s) or structure(s) will be renovated, altered, repaired, or demolished. Design moisture barriers and retarders as described in UFC 3-101-01 and UFC 3-410-01. Additional requirements can be found in EPA 402-K-01-001. Consult with industrial hygienist and medical personnel to further identify control and management procedures and to identify long-term solutions.

2-12.1 Conducting Field Investigations, Surveys, and Sampling – Molds and Spores.

During field investigations for hazardous constituents, areas with chronic moisture may be found and recognized as potentially containing harmful molds. Renovations, alterations, or repairs that involve unoccupied areas of a building often include significant water damage and fungal growth, which could pose a hazard to construction workers, the design team, and to occupants of other parts of the building. Complete the Microbial Assessment Survey and Report prior to the preparation of the project specifications. Provide a qualified microbial assessor that meets at least one of the following criteria to complete the survey:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college with a major in engineering, architecture, building construction, occupational health, microbiology, occupational safety, or a related natural or physical science.

An additional 2 years’ experience in conducting microbial investigations is required.

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• Associates degree from an accredited university or college with a concentration in environmental, natural, or physical sciences. An additional 4 years’ experience in conducting microbial investigations is required.

• Certification as an industrial hygienist as certified by the American Board of Industrial Hygienists, safety professional as certified by the Board of Certified Safety Professionals or engineer. An additional one year of experience in conducting microbial investigations is required.

• Certification by the American Council for Accredited Certification as a Council-Certified Indoor Environmental Consultant, Council-Certified Indoor Environmentalist, Council-Certified Mold Consultant, Council- Certified Microbial Investigator, Council-Certified Residential Mold Inspector, Council-Certified Mold Remediation Supervisor, or Council- Certified Mold Remediator.

Provide a microbial assessor familiar with signs of potential mold problems, including stains or discoloration of walls, ceilings, or carpets; swelling or sagging of building components; standing or dripping water; rot (wet or dry); and musty odors. Types of samples include air samples, bulk samples (chunks of carpet, wallboard, insulation, and similar), and water samples from drains and cooling pans. Collect samples using sterile materials and containers, and ship overnight for next day delivery in accordance with instructions provided by the laboratory. Use a laboratory with special expertise in mold analysis. Longer shipping time must be approved by the laboratory.

2-12.2 Laboratory – Molds and Spores.

Use laboratories that are fully accredited by the Environmental Microbiology Proficiency in Analytical Testing program of the American Industrial Hygiene Association to perform analyses for fungi (molds) or bacteria.

2-13 STORAGE TANKS.

Refer to 40 CFR 264 Subpart J and 40 CFR 265 Subpart J for hazardous waste storage tank standards. Refer to UFC 3-460-01 for environmental criteria and standards for the installation, rehabilitation, temporary deactivation and closure of aboveground and underground storage tanks. Evaluate sites with known tanks, known soil, or groundwater contamination at the beginning of the design of facility renovations, repairs, demolition, and construction so appropriate precautions can be taken to protect workers and the environment prior to excavation.

2-13.1 Tank Installation.

Projects that include the installation of new storage tanks, including reinstalled tanks or replaced tanks, used to contain hazardous waste at treatment, storage, and disposal facilities are subject to Federal regulation and are to comply with the requirements set forth in 40 CFR 264 Subpart J and 40 CFR 265 Subpart J. Design storage tanks to meet Federal regulation for tank location, secondary containment, cathodic protection, leak-detection system, leak-detection testing, and similar.

2-13.2 Tank Removal.

These requirements apply to sites and projects where aboveground storage tanks (AST) or underground storage tanks (UST) are known to exist. Obtain copies of available reports, such as tank integrity assessment reports, groundwater sampling and testing, contaminated soil sampling and testing, and Closure Reports from the Installation EV staff. Coordinate with the Installation EV staff in order to determine the requirements to initiate a permanent closure process of the storage tank as applicable.

Closure activities are regulated at the state level. Storage tanks and piping systems may be permanently closed by removing them from the ground, or by decontaminating and filling the empty tanks with an inert solid material, which is referred to as being “closed in-place”. Dispose of AST or UST following the waste requirements discussed in the paragraph entitled “Control and Management of Solid and Hazardous Waste”.

2-13.2.1 Conducting Field Investigations, Surveys, and Sampling – Storage Tanks.

Where the construction site contains tanks, a site inspection must be performed. Before performing field investigations and sampling, obtain all available information regarding AST and UST from the Installation EV staff. Develop a soil and groundwater sampling and testing plan. See paragraph entitled “Conducting Field Investigations, Surveys and Sampling – Contaminated Soil and Groundwater”. Encompass all tank system components. Include information such as the age of the unit, corrosions-protection measures in place, and results of prior leak tests or inspections of the tank. See information required in the paragraph entitled “Report - Tanks”.

2-13.2.2 Laboratory – Storage Tanks.

Use laboratories to analyze potentially contaminated soils, free product, or sludge that are fully equipped and proficient in conducting analysis in accordance with EPA SW- 846, EPA 540/R-99/008, EPA-540-R-014-002, EPA-540-R-04-004, and certified by The National Environmental Laboratory Accreditation Conference (NELAC) Institute (TNI).

2-14 CONTAMINATED SOIL OR GROUNDWATER.

These requirements apply to sites and projects where contaminated soil or groundwater is known to exist. Evaluate sites with known soil or groundwater contamination during the planning phase and before initiating any facility design work. Obtain copies of available reports, such as groundwater sampling and testing, contaminated soil sampling and testing, and remediation reports, from the Installation EV staff.

Coordinate with the Installation EV staff to identify permit conditions applicable to soil, restrictions on land development, potential strategies for vapor intrusion mitigation systems if required, and other requirements that must be considered for the project.

Prepare specifications and construction documents that accurately convey existing site conditions as they pertain to soil and groundwater contamination. Manage and dispose of contaminated soils and groundwater in accordance with the requirements described in the paragraph entitled “Hazardous Waste”.

2-14.1 Conducting Field Investigations, Surveys, and Sampling – Contaminated Soil or Groundwater.

When the construction site is known to contain contaminated soil or groundwater and no determination actions have been started, perform a site inspection. Before field investigation and sampling, obtain all available information regarding contaminated soil or groundwater from the Installation EV staff. Coordinate with EV staff to develop a soil and groundwater sampling and testing plan that contains, at a minimum, the procedure for collecting samples, the frequency of the sampling events, the test methods that will be employed, type of sampling design and sampling density, error Type, confidence level and procedure for handling samples. Coordinate with EV staff to develop risk-based, soil screening levels (SSL) for protection of human health following EPA's Soil Screening Guidance (SSG). Follow EPA Soil Screening Guidance (SSG). The SSG presents a framework for developing risk-based, soil screening levels (SSL) for protection of human health. Screening levels are not national cleanup levels; instead, they are intended to streamline the evaluation and help site managers eliminate areas, pathways, and chemicals of concern that pose an unacceptable risk to human health and the environment. See information required in the paragraph entitled “Report - Contaminated Soil or Groundwater.”

2-14.2 Laboratory – Contaminated Soil or Groundwater.

Use laboratories that are fully equipped and proficient in conducting analysis in accordance with EPA SW-846, EPA 540/R-99-008, EPA-540-R-04-004, and certified by The NELAC Institute to analyze potentially contaminated soils or groundwater.

2-15 CONTROL AND MANAGEMENT OF SOLID AND HAZARDOUS

WASTE.

The Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) requires that solid wastes be properly characterized at the point of generation. RCRA regulates “cradle to grave” control over hazardous wastes. Coordinate all solid, hazardous, and special waste sampling, analysis, accumulation, and disposal with the Installation EV staff. All waste shipping manifests will be signed by personnel authorized by the installation commander. Disposal or ultimate disposition of waste materials is performed on all projects. Waste reduction in the form of recycling or reuse is encouraged. Require the Contractor to develop a waste management and reduction plan to be used during construction, facility maintenance, and facility repair. Coordinate with the Installation EV staff and identify materials suitable for recycling or reuse, taking into account the Installation’s recycling program. Request recycling and reuse of waste classified as hazardous, in accordance with the requirements in 40 CFR 261.6.

If disposal or ultimate disposition of hazardous or contaminated materials, soils, or groundwater are part of the project, a waste characterization is required. Determine if the waste meets the characteristic for listed waste, in which case the mixture rule and contained in policy could be applicable. Consult regional, state, and local regulations for more stringent threshold levels. To determine whether a waste fails the toxicity characteristic, perform a TCLP analysis on the waste. Note the TCLP analysis differs from total constituent laboratory analysis; TCLP analysis is only for disposal needs.

However, total analysis may also be needed. Solid or nonhazardous waste accumulation requirements can be found, if regulated, within state-specific regulations and should follow industry standard. When the construction site is known or suspected to contain Material Potentially Presenting an Explosive Hazard (MPPEH) or other military munitions, consult with the Installation EV staff, Installation Explosive Safety Officer (ESO), and Installation Explosive Hazardous Waste Management Plan, to identify the control and management procedures.

2-15.1 Hazardous Waste Accumulation.

Require accumulation and storage of contaminated media and any debris according to applicable requirements while awaiting transportation and disposal. Require coordination with the Installation EV staff to determine what quantity may be stored on-site. Accumulate and manage any hazardous waste generated in accordance with 40 CFR 262, 40 CFR 264, and 40 CFR 265, Installation, state-specific and local requirements, whichever are more stringent.

2-15.1.1 Hazardous Waste.

This section identifies treatment standards for hazardous waste that must be met before waste may be sent for final disposal. Require treatment of hazardous wastes in accordance with 40 CFR 268. Follow the requirements of 40 CFR 262, 40 CFR 264, and 40 CFR 265 when accumulating hazardous waste onsite. Coordinate with the Installation EV staff for generator status of the Installation and applicability, including instances when an EPA identification (ID) number is required, accumulation requirements regarding quantities and time allowed, inspections, required documentation and labeling, reporting, training, and contingency planning. Table 2-1 identifies regulatory references that provide requirements for each of these. States may have more stringent requirements than Federal regulations provide. Determine state requirements for hazardous wastes prior to generation, characterization, classification, and disposal to determine the most stringent requirement. Explore options for recycling and reuse of waste potentially classified as hazardous, in accordance with the hazardous waste exclusion requirements in 40 CFR 261.4 and the recyclable material requirements of 40 CFR 261.6.

Table 2-1 Regulatory References

Very Small Quantity Generators

Small Quantity Generators

Large Quantity Generators

Generator Categories

≤100 kilogram (kg) per month ≤1 kg per month of acute hazardous waste ≤100 kg per month of acute spill residue or soil §262.13

>100 and <1,000 kg per month ≤1 kg per month of acute hazardous waste ≤100 kg per month of acute spill residue or soil §262.13

≥1,000 kg per month >1 kg per month of acute hazardous waste >100 kg/month of acute spill residue or soil §262.13

EPA ID

Number

Not required Required §262.18

Required §262.18

On-Site Accumulation Quantity

≤1,000 kg ≤1 kg acute ≤100 kg of acute spill residue or soil §262.14(a)(3) and (4)

≤6,000 kg §262.16(b)(1)

No limit

Accumulation Time Limits

None

≤180 days or ≤270 days (if transporting <200 miles) §262.16(c)

≤90 days §262.17(a)

Storage Requirements

None Basic requirements with technical standards for tanks or containers §262.16(b)(2) and (3)

Full compliance for management of tanks, containers, drip pads, or containment buildings §262.17(a)(1) and (2)

Sent To: State-approved or RCRA permitted/ interim status facility §262.14(a)(5)

RCRA permitted/interim status facility §262.20(b)

RCRA permitted/ interim status facility §262.20(b)

Manifest Not required Required §262.20

Required §262.20

Biennial Report

Not required Not required Required §262.41 https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-40/section-262.13 https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-40/section-262.13 https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-40/section-262.13 https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-40/chapter-I/subchapter-I/part-262/subpart-A/section-262.18 https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-40/chapter-I/subchapter-I/part-262/subpart-A/section-262.18 https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-40/section-262.14 https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-40/section-262.16 https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-40/section-262.16 https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-40/section-262.17 https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-40/section-262.16 https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-40/section-262.17 https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-40/section-262.14 https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-40/section-262.20 https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-40/section-262.20 https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-40/section-262.20 https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-40/section-262.20 https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-40/section-262.41

Personnel Training

Not required Basic training required §262.16(b)(9)(iii)

Required §262.17(a)(7)

Contingency Plan

Not required Basic plan…