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SECTION 01 40 00

QUALITY CONTROL REQUIREMENTS

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PART 1 – GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions apply to this Section.

1.2 SUMMARY

A. Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for quality assurance and quality control.

B. Testing and inspecting services are required to verify compliance with requirements specified or indicated. These services do not relieve Contractor of responsibility for compliance with the Contract Document requirements.

1. Specific quality assurance and control requirements for individual construction activities are specified in the Sections that specify those activities. Requirements in those Sections may also cover production of standard products.

2. Specified tests, inspections, and related actions do not limit Contractor's other quality assurance and control procedures that facilitate compliance with the Contract

Document requirements.

3. Requirements for Contractor to provide quality assurance and control services required by Architect, Engineer, Owner, Commissioning Authority, or authorities having jurisdiction are not limited by provisions of this Section.

4. Specific test and inspection requirements are not specified in this Section.

1.3 DEFINITIONS

A. Quality Assurance Services: Activities, actions, and procedures performed before and during execution of the Work to guard against defects and deficiencies and substantiate that proposed construction will comply with requirements.

B. Quality Control Services: Tests, inspections, procedures, and related actions during and after execution of the Work to evaluate that actual products incorporated into the Work and completed construction comply with requirements. Services do not include contract enforcement activities performed by Architect/Engineer.

C. Product Testing: Tests and inspections that are performed by an NRTL or a testing agency qualified to conduct product testing and acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction, to establish product performance and compliance with specified requirements.

D. Source Quality Control Testing: Tests and inspections that are performed at the source, e.g., plant, mill, factory, or shop.

E. Field Quality Control Testing: Tests and inspections that are performed on-site for installation of the Work and for completed Work.

F. Testing Agency: An entity engaged to perform specific tests, inspections, or both.

Testing laboratory shall mean the same as testing agency.

G. Installer/Applicator/Erector: Contractor or another entity engaged by Contractor as an

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01 40 00 - 2 employee, Subcontractor, or Sub subcontractor, to perform a particular construction operation, including installation, erection, application, and similar operations.

1. Use of trade-specific terminology in referring to a trade or entity does not require that certain construction activities be performed by accredited or unionized individuals, or that requirements specified apply exclusively to specific trade(s).

H. Experienced: When used with an entity or individual, "experienced" means having successfully completed a minimum of five previous projects similar in nature, size, and extent to this Project; being familiar with special requirements indicated; and having complied with requirements of authorities having jurisdiction.

1.4 CONFLICTING REQUIREMENTS

A. Referenced Standards: If compliance with two or more standards is specified and the standards establish different or conflicting requirements for minimum quantities or quality levels, comply with the most stringent requirement. Refer conflicting requirements that are different, but apparently equal, to Architect/Engineer for a decision before proceeding.

B. Minimum Quantity or Quality Levels: The quantity or quality level shown or specified shall be the minimum provided or performed.The actual installation may comply exactly with the minimum quantity or quality specified, or it may exceed the minimum within reasonable limits. To comply with these requirements, indicated numeric values are minimum or maximum, asappropriate, for the context of requirements. Refer uncertainties to Architect/Engineer for a decision before proceeding.

1.5 REPORTS AND DOCUMENTS

A. Test and Inspection Reports: Prepare and submit certified written reports specified in other Sections.

B. Permits, Licenses, and Certificates: For Owner's records, submit copies of permits, licenses, certifications, inspection reports, releases, jurisdictional settlements, notices, receipts for fee payments, judgments, correspondence, records, and similar documents, established for compliance with standards and regulations bearing on performance of the Work.

1.6 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. General: Qualifications paragraphs in this article establish the minimum qualification levels required; individual Specification Sections specify additional requirements.

B. Manufacturer Qualifications: A firm experienced in manufacturing products or systems similar to those indicated for this Project and with a record of successful in-service performance, as well as sufficient production capacity to produce required units.

C. Fabricator Qualifications: A firm experienced in producing products similar to those indicated for this Project and with a record of successful in-service performance, as well as sufficient production capacity to produce required units.

D. Installer Qualifications: A firm or individual experienced in installing, erecting, or assembling work similar in material, design, and extent to that indicated for this Project, whose work has resulted in construction with a record of successful in-service performance.

E. Manufacturer's Technical Representative Qualifications: An authorized representative of

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01 40 00 - 3 manufacturer who is trained and approved by manufacturer to observe and inspect installation of manufacturer's products that are similar in material, design, and extent to those indicated for this Project.

F. Factory-Authorized Service Representative Qualifications:An authorized representative of manufacturer who is trained and approved by manufacturer to inspect installation of manufacturer's products that are similar in material, design, and extent to those indicated for this Project.

1.7 QUALITY CONTROL

A. Contractor Responsibilities: Tests and inspections not explicitly assigned to Owner are Contractor's responsibility. Perform additional quality control activities required to verify that the Work complies witH requirements, whether specified or not.

1. Unless otherwise indicated, provide quality control services specified and those required by authorities having jurisdiction. Perform quality control services required of Contractor by authorities having jurisdiction, whether specified or not.

B. Manufacturer's Field Services: Where indicated, engage a factory authorized service representative to inspect field assembled components and equipment installation, including service connections. Report results in writing as specified in Section 013300 "Submittal Procedures."

C. Manufacturer's Technical Services: Where indicated, engage a manufacturer's technical representative to observe and inspect the Work. Manufacturer's technical representative's services include participation in preinstallation conferences, examination of substrates and conditions, verification of materials, observation of Installer activities, inspection of completed portions of the Work, and submittal of written reports.

D. Retesting/Reinspecting: Regardless of whether original tests or inspections were Contractor's responsibility, provide quality control services, including retesting and reinspecting, for construction that replaced Work that failed to comply with the Contract Documents.

E. Coordination: Coordinate sequence of activities to accommodate required quality assurance and -control services with a minimum of delay and to avoid necessity of removing and re-placing construction to accommodate testing and inspecting.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS (NOT USED)

PART 3 – EXECUTION

3.1 REPAIR AND PROTECTION

A. General: On completion of testing, inspecting, sample taking, and similar services, repair damaged construction and restore substrates and finishes.

1. Provide materials and comply with installation requirements specified in other Specification Sections or matching existing substrates and finishes. Restore patched areas and extend restoration into adjoining areas with durable seams that are as invisible as possible. Comply with the Contract Document requirements for cutting and patching in Section 017300 "Execution."

B. Protect construction exposed by or for quality control service activities.

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C. Repair and protection are Contractor's responsibility, regardless of the assignment of responsibility for quality control services.

END OF SECTION 01 40 00

SECTION 01 50 00

TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS

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PART 1 – GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Section includes requirements for temporary utilities, support facilities, and security and protection facilities.

1.3 DEFINITIONS

A. Cutting: Removal of in-place construction necessary to permit installation or performance of other work.

B. Patching: Fitting and repair work required to restore construction to original conditions after installation of other work.

1.3 USE CHARGES

A. General: Installation and removal of and use charges for temporary facilities shall be included in the Contract Sum unless otherwise indicated. Allow other entities to use temporary services and facilities without cost, including, but not limited to, Owner's construction forces, Architect, Engineer, occupants of Project, testing agencies, and authorities having jurisdiction.

1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Tests and Inspections: Arrange for authorities having jurisdiction to test and inspect each temporary utility before use. Obtain required certifications and permits.

B. Accessible Temporary Egress: Comply with applicable provisions in the U.S.

Architectural & Transportation Barriers Compliance Board's ADA-ABA Accessibility Guidelines and ICC/ANSI A117.1.

1.5 PROJECT CONDITIONS

A. Temporary Use of Permanent Facilities: Engage Installer of each permanent service to assume responsibility for operation, maintenance, and protection of each permanent service during its use as a construction facility before Owner's acceptance, regardless of previously assigned responsibilities.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 TEMPORARY FACILITIES

A. Storage and Fabrication Sheds: Provide sheds sized, furnished, and equipped to accommodate materials and equipment for construction operations.

1. Store combustible materials apart from building.

B. Portable Toilet Facilities: Provide portable toilet facilities of quantity required for estimated work force.

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2.2 EQUIPMENT

A. Fire Extinguishers: Portable, UL rated; with class and extinguishing agent as required by locations and classes of fire exposures.

PART 3 – EXECUTION

3.1 INSTALLATION, GENERAL

A. Locate facilities where they will serve Project adequately and result in minimum interference with performance of the Work. Relocate and modify facilities as required by progress of the Work.

1. Locate facilities to limit site disturbance.

B. Provide each facility ready for use when needed to avoid delay. Do not remove until facilities are no longer needed or are replaced by authorized use of completed permanent facilities.

C. Parking: Use designated areas of Owner's existing parking areas for construction personnel.

1. Parking will not be permitted on Drive(s) surrounding, or adjacent ot new construction.

Do not block or use building trash dumpsters.

2. Brief and temporary stopping will be permitted to load or unload equipment or materials used in the construction process. Do Not under any circumstances, leave any vehicle unattended with motor running, or with ignition key in place.

3. Parking of vehicles on lawns, parkways, walks, etc. will not be permitted.

D. Project Signs: Provide Project signs as indicated. Unauthorized signs are not permitted.

1. Identification Signs: Provide Project identification signs as indicated on Drawings.

E. Waste Disposal Facilities: Provide waste collection containers in sizes adequate to handle waste from construction operations. Comply with requirements of authorities having jurisdiction. Comply with progress cleaning requirements in Section 017300 "Execution."

F. Lifts and Hoists: Provide facilities necessary for hoisting materials and person.

1. Truck cranes and similar devices used for hoisting materials are considered "tools and equipment" and not temporary facilities.

3.2 OPERATION, TERMINATION, AND REMOVAL

A. Supervision: Enforce strict discipline in use of temporary facilities. To minimize waste and abuse, limit availability of temporary facilities to essential and intended uses.

B. Maintenance: Maintain facilities in good operating condition until removal.

1. Maintain operation of temporary enclosures, heating, cooling, humidity control, ventilation, and similar facilities on a 24-hour basis where required to achieve indicated results and to avoid possibility of damage.

C. Termination and Removal: Remove each temporary facility when need for its service has ended, when it has been replaced by authorized use of a permanent facility, or no later than Substantial Completion. Complete or, if necessary, restore permanent construction that may have been delayed because of interference with temporary facility. Repair damaged Work, clean exposed surfaces, and replace construction that cannot be satisfactorily repaired.

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1. Materials and facilities that constitute temporary facilities are property of Contractor. Owner reserves right to take possession of Project identification signs.

2. At Substantial Completion, repair, renovate, and clean permanent facilities used during construction period. Comply with final cleaning requirements specified in specifications.

END OF SECTION 01 50 00

SECTION 01 73 00

EXECUTION

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PART 1 – GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Section includes general administrative and procedural requirements governing execution of the Work including, but not limited to, the following:

1. Construction layout.

2. Field engineering and surveying.

3. Installation of the Work.

4. Cutting and patching.

5. Starting and adjusting.

6. Protection of installed construction.

1.3 DEFINITIONS

A. Cutting: Removal of in-place construction necessary to permit installation or performance of other work.

B. Patching: Fitting and repair work required to restore construction to original conditions after installation of other work.

2.1 MATERIALS

A. General: Comply with requirements specified in other Sections.

B. In-Place Materials: Use materials for patching identical to in-place materials.

For exposed surfaces, use materials that visually match in-place adjacent surfaces to the fullest extent possible.

1. If identical materials are unavailable or cannot be used, use materials that, when installed, will provide a match acceptable to Architect for the visual and functional performance of in-place materials.

3.1 CONSTRUCTION LAYOUT

A. Verification: Before proceeding to lay out the Work, verify layout information shown on Drawings, in relation to the property survey and existing benchmarks. If discrepancies are discovered, notify Architect/Engineer.

3.2 INSTALLATION

A. General: Locate the Work and components of the Work accurately, in correct alignment and elevation, as indicated.

1. Make vertical work plumb and make horizontal work level.

2. Where space is limited, install components to maximize space available for maintenance and ease of removal for replacement.

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3. Conceal pipes, ducts, and wiring in finished areas unless otherwise indicated.

4. Maintain minimum headroom clearance of 96 inches in occupied spaces and 90 inches in unoccupied spaces.

B. Comply with manufacturer's written instructions and recommendations for installing products in applications indicated.

C. Install products at the time and under conditions that will ensure the best possible results. Maintain conditions required for product performance until Substantial Completion.

D. Conduct construction operations so no part of the Work is subjected to damaging operations or loading in excess of that expected during normal conditions of occupancy.

E. Sequence the Work and allow adequate clearances to accommodate movement of construction items on site and placement in permanent locations.

F. Tools and Equipment: Do not use tools or equipment that produce harmful noise levels.

G. Templates: Obtain and distribute to the parties involved templates for work specified to be factory prepared and field installed. Check Shop Drawings of other work to confirm that adequate provisions are made for locating and installing products to comply with indicated requirements.

H. Attachment: Provide blocking and attachment plates and anchors and fasteners of adequate size and number to securely anchor each component in place, accurately located and aligned with other portions of the Work. Where size and type of attachments are not indicated, verify size and type required for load conditions.

1. Mounting Heights: Where mounting heights are not indicated, mount components at heights directed by Architect/Engineer.

2. Allow for building movement, including thermal expansion and contraction.

3. Coordinate installation of anchorages. Furnish setting drawings, templates, and directions for installing anchorages, including sleeves, concrete inserts, anchor bolts, and items with integral anchors, that are to be embedded in concrete or masonry.

Deliver such items to Project site in time for installation.

I. Joints: Make joints of uniform width.Where joint locations in exposed work are not indicated, arrange joints for the best visual effect. Fit exposed connections together to form hairline joints.

J. Hazardous Materials: Use products, cleaners, and installation materials that are not considered hazardous.

3.3 CUTTING AND PATCHING

A. Cutting and Patching, General: Employ skilled workers to perform cutting and patching.

Proceed with cutting and patching at the earliest feasible time, and complete without delay.

1. Cut in-place construction to provide for installation of other components or performance of other construction, and subsequently patch as required to restore surfaces to their original condition.

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B. Existing Warranties: Remove, replace, patch, and repair materials and surfaces cut or damaged during installation or cutting and patching operations, by methods and with materials so as not to void existing warranties.

C. Temporary Support: Provide temporary support of work to be cut.

D. Protection: Protect in-place construction during cutting and patching to prevent damage.

Provide protection from adverse weather conditions for portions of Project that might be exposed during cutting and patching operations.

E. Adjacent Occupied Areas: Where interference with use of adjoining areas or interruption of free passage to adjoining areas is unavoidable, coordinate cutting and patching according with specification.

F. Existing Utility Services and Mechanical/Electrical Systems: Where existing services/systems are required to be removed, relocated, or abandoned, bypass such services/systems before cutting to prevent interruption to occupied areas.

G. Cutting: Cut in-place construction by sawing, drilling, breaking, chipping, grinding, and similar operations, including excavation, using methods least likely to damage elements retained or adjoining construction. If possible, review proposed procedures with original Installer; comply with original Installer's written recommendations.

1. In general, use hand or small power tools designed for sawing and grinding, not hammering and chopping. Cut holes and slots neatly to minimum size required, and with minimum disturbance of adjacent surfaces. Temporarily cover openings when not in use.

2. Finished Surfaces: Cut or drill from the exposed or finished side into concealed surfaces.

3. Concrete and Masonry: Cut using a cutting machine, such as an abrasive saw or a Diamond core drill.

4. Mechanical and Electrical Services: Cut off pipe or conduit in walls or partitions to be removed. Cap, valve, or plug and seal remaining portion of pipe or conduit to prevent entrance of moisture or other foreign matter after cutting.

5. Proceed with patching after construction operations requiring cutting are complete.

H. Patching: Patch construction by filling, repairing, refinishing, closing up, and similar operations following performance of other work. Patch with durable seams that are as invisible as practicable. Provide materials and comply with installation requirements specified in other Sections, where applicable.

1. Inspection: Where feasible, test and inspect patched areas after completion to demonstrate physical integrity of installation.

2. Exposed Finishes: Restore exposed finishes of patched areas and extend finish restoration into retained adjoining construction in a manner that will minimize evidence of patching and refinishing.

a. Clean piping, conduit, and similar features before applying paint or other finishing materials.

b. Restore damaged pipe covering to its original condition.

3. Floors and Walls: Where walls or partitions that are removed extend one finished area into another, patch and repair floor and wall surfaces in the new space.

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Provide an even surface of uniform finish, color, texture, and appearance. Remove in-place floor and wall coverings and replace with new materials, if necessary, to achieve uniform color and appearance.

a. Where patching occurs in a painted surface, prepare substrate and apply primer and intermediate paint coats appropriate for substrate over the patch, and apply final paint coat over entire unbroken surface containing the patch.

Provide additional coats until patch blends with adjacent surfaces.

4. Ceilings: Patch, repair, or rehang in-place ceilings as necessary to provide an even-plane surface of uniform appearance.

5. Exterior Building Enclosure: Patch components in a manner that restores enclosure to a weathertight condition and ensures thermal and moisture integrity of building enclosure.

I. Cleaning: Clean areas and spaces where cutting and patching are performed.

Remove paint, mortar, oils, putty, and similar materials from adjacent finished surfaces.

3.4 PROGRESS CLEANING

A. General: Clean Project site and work areas daily, including common areas. Enforce requirements strictly. Dispose of materials lawfully.

1. Comply with requirements in NFPA 241 for removal of combustible waste materials and debris.

2. Do not hold waste materials more than seven days during normal weather or three days if the temperature is expected to rise above 80 deg F (27 deg C).

3. Containerize hazardous and unsanitary waste materials separately from other waste. Mark containers appropriately and dispose of legally, according to regulations.

a. Use containers intended for holding waste materials of type to be stored.

4. Coordinate progress cleaning for joint use areas where Contractor and other contractors are working concurrently.

B. Site: Maintain Project site free of waste materials and debris.

C. Work Areas: Clean areas where work is in progress to the level of cleanliness necessary for proper execution of the Work.

1. Remove liquid spills promptly.

2. Where dust would impair proper execution of the Work, broom clean or vacuum the entire work area, as appropriate.

D. Installed Work: Keep installed work clean. Clean installed surfaces according to written instructions of manufacturer or fabricator of product installed, using only cleaning materials specifically recommended. If specific cleaning materials are not recommended, use cleaning materials that are not hazardous to health or property and that will not damage exposed surfaces.

E. Concealed Spaces: Remove debris from concealed spaces before enclosing the space.

F. Exposed Surfaces in Finished Areas: Clean exposed surfaces and protect as necessary to ensure freedom from damage and deterioration at time of Substantial Completion.

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G. Waste Disposal: Do not bury or burn waste materials on-site. Do not wash waste materials down sewers or into waterways.

H. During handling and installation, clean and protect construction in progress and adjoining materials already in place. Apply protective covering where required to ensure protection from damage or deterioration at Substantial Completion.

I. Clean and provide maintenance on completed construction as frequently as necessary through the remainder of the construction period. Adjust and lubricate operable components to ensure operability without damaging effects.

J. Limiting Exposures: Supervise construction operations to assure that no part of the construction, completed or in progress, is subject to harmful, dangerous, damaging, or otherwise deleterious exposure during the construction period.

3.5 STARTING AND ADJUSTING

A. Start equipment and operating components to confirm proper operation. Remove malfunctioning units, replace with new unit, and retest.

B. Adjust equipment for proper operation. Adjust operating components for proper operation without binding.

C. Test each piece of equipment to verify proper operation. Test and adjust controls and safeties.

Replace damaged and malfunctioning controls and equipment.

D. Manufacturer's Field Service: Comply with qualification requirements in Section 014000 "Quality Control Requirements."

3.6 PROTECTION OF INSTALLED CONSTRUCTION

A. Provide final protection and maintain conditions that ensure installed Work is without damage or deterioration at time of Substantial Completion.

B. Comply with manufacturer's written instructions for temperature and relative humidity.

END OF SECTION 01 73 00

SECTION 01 73 29

CUTTING AND PATCHING

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PART 1 – GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. This Section includes cutting, fittings and patching required to complete the work in existing construction, or to:

1. Make its several parts fit together properly.

2. Uncover portions of the work to provide for installation of ill-timed work.

3. Remove and replace defective work.

4. Remove and replace work not conforming to requirements of the contract documents.

5. Repair or removal of hazardous or unsanitary conditions.

6. Remove abandoned items and items serving no useful purpose, such as abandoned piping, conduit and wiring.

B. Upon Written Instructions:

1. Uncover designated portions of the work for observation of covered work.

2. Remove samples of installed materials for testing beyond that specified.

3. Remove work to provide for alteration of previously installed work.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

A. Submit a written request to the Engineer prior to cutting, coring, or alteration which affects the work or any separate contractor, or which may affect the structural safety of any portion of the project. Include:

1. Identification of the project.

2. Description of the affected work.

3. The necessity for doing the cutting, coring, or alteration.

4. The effect on the work or any separate contractor, or on the structural integrity of the project.

5. Description of the proposed work:

a. The scope of cutting, patching, coring, or alteration.

b. The Contractor and trades who will execute the work.

c. Product proposed to be used.

6. Alternatives to cutting, coring, or patching.

7. Designation of the responsibility for the cost of cutting and patching.

8. Written permission of any separate contractor whose work will be affected.

1.4 UTILITY SERVICES

A Maintain existing utilities indicated to remain, keep in service, and protect against damage.

B. Include interruptions to existing utilities in Work Progress Schedule.

C. Confirm scheduled interruptions with the Owner/Engineer 7 to 14 days in advance of the scheduled interruption. Do not proceed until Owner/Engineer approval has been obtained.

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D. Maintain operation of existing fire sprinkler system. Notify the Owner/Engineer 7 days before system or parts of system must be inactive. Minimize hazardous exposures during time fire sprinkler system is out of service.

2.1 MATERIALS

A. Comply with specifications and standards for each specific product involved.

3.1 INSPECTION

A. Inspect existing conditions of the project, including elements subject to damage or to movement during cutting, coring, and patching.

B. After uncovering work, inspect the conditions affecting the installation of products or performance of the work.

C. Report unsatisfactory or dubious conditions to the Port in writing; proceed with the work only after the Port has provided further instructions.

3.2 PREPARATION

A. Provide shoring, bracing, and other support as necessary to assure the structural safety of that portion of the work.

B. Provide devices and methods to protect other portions of the project from damage.

C. Provide protection from the elements for that portion of the project which will be exposed by cutting and patching work.

D. Roofing: Before work begins near existing roof, conduct a meeting with the Contract warrantying the Roof. The roof shall be maintained waterproof during the construction period. Do not store materials on the roof.

3.3 PERFORMANCE

A. Execute cutting, coring, and demolition by methods which will assure safety, will prevent damage to other work, and will provide proper surfaces to receive repairs.

B. Execute fitting and adjustment of products to provide a finished installation to comply with specified products, functions, tolerances, and finishes. Where not specified, match existing materials and finishes.

C. Where removal results in adjacent spaces becoming one, rework floors and ceilings to provide smooth planes without breaks, steps or bulkheads.

D. Where extreme change of plane of two inches or more occurs, request instructions as to method of making transition.

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E. Restore work which has been cut or removed; install new products to provide completed work in accordance with requirements of the contract documents.

F. When new work abuts or finishes flush with existing work, make a smooth and workmanlike transition. Patched work shall match existing adjacent work in texture and appearance so that the patch or transition is invisible.

G. Refinish entire surfaces as necessary to provide an even finish to match adjacent finishes:

1. For continuous surfaces, refinish to nearest intersection.

2. For an assembly, refinish the entire unit.

H. At completion of work of each trade, clean area and make surfaces ready for work of successive trades.

I. At completion of work in each area, return space to a condition suitable for use.

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SECTION 26 05 00

COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR ELECTRICAL

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PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and Division 1 Specification Sections, apply to this and the other sections of Division 26.

A. This Section includes general administrative, procedural, and other requirements for electrical installations. The following requirements are included in this Section to expand the requirements specified in Divisions 1 through 26:

1. Submittals.

2. Quality control.

3. Definitions and abbreviations.

4. Scheduling.

5. Coordination drawings.

6. Record documents.

7. Maintenance manuals.

8. Delivery, storage, and handling.

9. Products.

10. Rough-ins.

11. Electrical installations.

12. Permits and instructions.

13. Field quality control.

14. Protection.

15. Additional work.

16. Electrical schedules.

17. Cutting and patching.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

A. General: Follow the procedures specified in Division 1.

B. Increase, by the quantity listed below, the number of electrical related shop drawings, product data, and samples submitted, to allow for required distribution plus two copies of each submittal required, which will be retained by the Electrical Consulting Engineer.

1. Shop Drawings Initial Submittal: Electronic plus 2 additional blue or black line prints if request by Engineer.

2. Shop Drawings Final Submittal: Elexctronic plus 2 additional blue or black line prints if request by engineer.

3. Product Data: Electronic plus 2 additional if requested by Engineer.

4. Samples: 1 if requested by Engineer.

C. Additional copies may be required by individual sections of these Specifications.

1.4 QUALITY CONTROL

A. Functional and Operational Test Procedure:

1. Test procedure to completely test all systems as to their functional and sequential operation.

2. Submit two (2) draft copies for review before conducting test.

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3. Certify that the test procedure was used and testing completed, and that all systems are operational and functioning properly.

4. Submit certified Test Procedure for review prior to the date of final inspection.

5. Systems to be covered by test procedure:

a. Fire Alarm Systems

b. Elevator Recall Systems

c. Elevator Shunt Trip Systems

B. Other Tests and Certifications for:

1. Grounding System: As specified under Section 26 05 26.

1.5 DEFINITIONS AND ABBREVIATIONS

A. Electrical Definitions: As defined by NEC, Article 100.

B. The term "indicated" shall mean "as shown on contract documents (specifications, drawings, and related attachments)".

C. The term "provide" shall mean "to furnish, install and connect completely".

D. The term "size" shall mean one or more of the following: "length, current and voltage rating, number of poles, NEMA size, and other similar electrical characteristics".

E. The term "space" on panelboard and switchboard schedules shall mean "provide space to install the number of poles and size of the protective device indicated with all the necessary buss and fittings to install the device at some future date".

1.6 SCHEDULING

A. Coordinate electrical work with other divisions of this project.

B. Coordinate electrical work with Owner.

C. Written requests for approval for planned shutdowns or interruption of Owner's operation or equipment shall be made 72 hours prior to the start of the requested periods.

D. Written notification for on site training of Owner's personnel shall be made 1 week prior to the start of the requested training period.

1.7 COORDINATION DRAWINGS

A. Prepare coordination drawings in accordance with Division 1 to a scale of 1/4"=1'-0" or larger;

detailing major elements, components, and systems of electrical equipment and materials in relationship with other systems, installations, and building components. Indicate locations where space is limited for installation and access and where sequencing and coordination of installations are of importance to the efficient flow of the Work, including (but not necessarily limited to) the following:

1. Indicate the proposed locations of major raceway systems, equipment, and materials.

Include the following:

a. Clearances for servicing equipment, including space for equipment disassembly required for periodic maintenance.

b. Fire-rated wall and floor penetrations.

c. Equipment connections and support details.

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2. Indicate scheduling, sequencing, movement, and positioning of large equipment into the building during construction.

3. Prepare floor plans, elevations, and details to indicate penetrations in floors, walls, and ceilings and their relationship to other penetrations and installations.

4. Prepare reflected ceiling plans to coordinate and integrate installations, air outlets and inlets, light fixtures, raceway systems components, Exhaust/Kitchen hoods, and other ceiling-mounted devices.

1.8 RECORD DOCUMENTS

A. Prepare record documents in accordance with the requirements in Division 1. In addition to the requirements specified in Division 1, indicate installed conditions for:

1. Major raceway systems, size and location, for both exterior and interior; locations of control devices; distribution and branch electrical circuitry; and fuse and circuit breaker size and arrangements.

2. Equipment locations (exposed and concealed), dimensioned from prominent building lines.

3. Approved substitutions, Contract Modifications, and actual equipment and materials installed.

1.9 MAINTENANCE MANUALS

A. Prepare maintenance manuals in accordance with Division 1. In addition to the requirements specified in Division 1, include the following information for equipment items:

1. Description of function, normal operating characteristics and limitations, performance curves, engineering data and tests, and complete nomenclature and commercial numbers of replacement parts.

2. Manufacturer's printed operating procedures to include start-up, break-in, and routine and normal operating instructions; regulation, control, stopping, shutdown, and emergency instructions; and summer and winter operating instructions.

3. Maintenance procedures for routine preventative maintenance and troubleshooting;

disassembly, repair, and reassembly; aligning and adjusting instructions.

4. Servicing instructions and lubrication charts and schedules.

1.10 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A. Deliver products to the project properly identified with names, model numbers, types, grades, compliance labels, and other information needed for identification.

2.1 ACCEPTABLE MANUFACTURERS

A. As specified under other RELATED SECTIONS.

B. As specified on Drawings.

2.2 MATERIAL

A. General:

1. Unless otherwise indicated, all raceways for service, feeders, branch and control wiring are RSC or IMC. See Section 26 05 33.

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2. Unless otherwise indicated, wiring to equipment and motors shall be installed in liquid tight flexible conduit, or in interior dry locations in flexible metal conduit, with a maximum length of six (6) feet.

3. Unless otherwise indicated, all conductors to be copper THHN/THWN-2.

4. Unless otherwise indicated, all outlet and switch boxes to be cast iron with threaded hubs.

5. In interior protected locations, where recessed in ceiling and walls, outlet and switch boxes may be stamped steel.

6. Unless otherwise indicated, provide heavy duty grade, 20 ampere, receptacles and switches. Plates shall be 302 stainless steel, satin finish. Plates for surface mounted interior boxes may be stamped steel. Plates exposed to weather or water to be metal, weatherproof type. Receptacles, switches and associated cover plates color by Architect/Owner.

B. As specified under RELATED SECTIONS.

C. As specified on Drawings.

2.3 EQUIPMENT

1. Unless otherwise indicated, externally operated safety switches are unfused, solid neutral, heavy duty, and selected to meet the load requirements.

2.4 FABRICATION

1. Unless otherwise indicated, all enclosures are NEMA Type 1. NEMA Type 3R shall be used for wet/damp locations.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 ROUGH-IN

A. Verify final locations for rough-ins with field measurements and with the requirements of the actual equipment to be connected.

B. Refer to equipment specifications in Divisions 2 through 26 for rough-in requirements.

C. Contractor is to provide connections, both power and control as noted, for HVAC equipment.

Division 26 shall coordinate the respective installations with other project disciplines.

3.2 ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS

A. General: Sequence, coordinate, and integrate the various elements of electrical systems, materials, and equipment. Comply with the following requirements:

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1. Coordinate electrical systems, equipment, and materials installation with other building components. Electrical plans and details do not show all interferences and conditions, visible and/or hidden, that may exist. Before selecting material and equipment, and proceeding with work, inspect areas where material and equipment are to be installed to insure suitability, and check needed space for placements, clearances and interconnections. Before cutting or drilling into building elements inspect and layout work to avoid damaging structural elements or building utilities.

2. Electrical plans, details, and diagrams show the general location and arrangement of electrical systems. They are diagrammatic and do not show all conduit bodies, connectors, bends, fittings, hangers, and additional pull and junction boxes which the Contractor must provide to complete the electrical system.

3. Verify all dimensions by field measurements.

4. Arrange for chases, slots, and openings in other building components during progress of construction, to allow for electrical installations.

5. Coordinate the installation of required supporting devices and sleeves to be set in poured-in-place concrete and other structural components, as they are constructed.

6. Sequence, coordinate, and integrate installations of electrical materials and equipment for efficient flow of the Work. Give particular attention to large equipment requiring positioning prior to closing in the building. Verify dimensional constraints of building door openings and passageways, and the maximum floor loadings, for the movement of selected material and equipment. Order equipment and material, broken down as may be required, to meet these constraints.

7. Measurement from above finished floor (AFF) shall be taken from the finished floor surface to the top of wall receptacles and switch boxes, to the centerline of wall lighting outlet boxes, to the top of wall mounted equipment enclosures, to the centerline of top most switch handle, or to the lowest surface of ceiling lighting fixtures and other ceiling mounted equipment.

a. Unless otherwise indicated, wall switch boxes shall be 46 inches AFF.

b. Unless otherwise indicated, receptacle boxes shall be 18 inches AFF. Receptacle mounted above counter and at furniture locations shall be coordinated with architectural elements.

8. Where mounting heights are not detailed or dimensioned, install systems, materials, and equipment to provide the maximum headroom possible. Switch and receptacle heights shall meet handicap accessible code requirements.

9. Coordinate connection of electrical systems with incoming utilities and services.

Comply with requirements of governing regulations, power, telephone, and data service companies, and controlling agencies. Provide required connection for each service. Provide power connection to equipment. Coordinate with other Divisions.

10. Install systems, materials, and equipment to conform with approved submittal data, including coordination drawings, to greatest extent possible. Conform to arrangements indicated by the Contract Documents, recognizing that portions of the Work are shown only in diagrammatic form. Where coordination requirements conflict with individual system requirements, refer conflict to the Engineer.

11. Install systems, materials, and equipment level and plumb, parallel and perpendicular to other building systems and components, where installed exposed in finished spaces.

12. Conduit Sizing:

a. Unless otherwise indicated, conduit size for indicated conductor shall be based on

Chapter 9 of NEC.

b. Conduit: 3/4 inch minimum size.

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13. Install electrical equipment to facilitate servicing, maintenance, and repair or replacement of equipment components. As much as practical, connect equipment for ease of disconnecting, with minimum of interference with other installations. Measure and locate placement of equipment and materials in relation to building structure and surfaces, and between equipment to be installed and wired. Maintain required minimum access spacing for equipment and enclosures.

14. Install access panel or doors where units are concealed behind finished surfaces.

Access panels and doors are specified elsewhere.

15. Install systems, materials, and equipment giving right-of-way priority to systems required to be installed at a specified slope.

16. Unless otherwise noted, individual raceway runs are required for each kitchen equipment component. Connection shall be routed down existing walls exposed, concealed in new walls, and/or under slab to the respective area as noted.

3.3 PERMITS AND INSPECTIONS

A. Obtain and pay for all required permits and arrange for all required inspections in accordance with state and local governing authorities.

B. Final Electrical Inspection Certificate from inspection agency or governing authority.

3.4 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

A. Perform field tests as specified under other electrical sections.

B. Arrange for local Inspection Authorities to inspect work performed prior to burial, closing-in behind wall and above ceiling, or encased in concrete. Also arrange for final inspection of work and obtain Final Inspection Certificate before final inspection of work by Owner or his representative.

3.5 PROTECTION

A. Protect personnel from coming in contact with live parts.

B. During remodeling or alteration work, maintain fire ratings of walls, floors and ceilings when work is left unattended.

C. Protect from damage and theft equipment and materials provided or supplied by others in accordance with manufacturer's recommendation and warranties, and with electrical standards and practices.

3.6 ADDITIONAL WORK

A. Provide connections for power and controls to mechanical equipment for interconnection with fire alarm system. Provide associated devices, relays, programming, etc. required.

B. Provide fire alarm detection devices, relays, modules, etc. for elevator recall. Obtain and pay for services of elevator contractor as required for installation and interconnections.

C. Provide fire alarm detection devices, relays, modules, etc. and associated shunt trip circuit breaker for interconnection of proposed fire alarm system with elevator shunt trip system.

Obtain and pay for services of elevator contractor as required for installation and interconnections.

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D. Provide area of refuge systems and associated wiring and conduit as indicated.

3.7 ELECTRICAL SCHEDULES

A. As specified in related sections or shown on drawings.

3.8 CUTTING AND PATCHING

A. General: Perform cutting and patching in accordance with Division 1. In addition to the requirements specified in Division 1, the following requirements apply:

1. Perform cutting, fitting, and patching of electrical equipment and materials required to:

a. Uncover Work to provide for installation of ill-timed Work.

b. Remove and replace defective Work.

c. Remove and replace Work not conforming to requirements of the Contract

Documents.

d. Remove samples of installed Work as specified for testing.

e. Install equipment and materials in existing structures.

f. Upon written instructions from the Engineer, uncover and restore Work to provide for Engineer observation of concealed Work.

2. Cut, remove, and legally dispose of selected electrical equipment, components, and materials as indicated, including but not limited to removal of electrical items indicated to be removed and items made obsolete by the new Work.

3. Protect the structure, furnishings, finishes, and adjacent materials not indicated or scheduled to be removed.

4. Provide and maintain temporary partitions or dust barriers adequate to prevent the spread of dust and dirt to adjacent areas.

5. Protection of Installed Work: During cutting and patching operations, protect adjacent installations.

6. Patch existing finished surfaces and building components using new materials matching existing materials and experienced Installers. Installers' qualifications refer to the materials and methods required for the surface and building components being patched.

7. Patch finished surfaces and building components using new materials specified for the original installation and experienced Installers. Installers' qualifications refer to the materials and methods required for the surface and building components being patched.

END OF SECTION 26 05 00

SECTION 26 05 01

COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR ELECTRICAL MATERIALS & METHODS

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A. Drawings and general provisions of Contract, including General and Supplementary

Conditions and Division 1 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

B. Requirements specified in other Division 26 Sections apply to this section.

1.2 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes limited scope general construction materials and methods for application with electrical installations as follows:

1. Miscellaneous metals for support of electrical materials and equipment.

2. Fire rated wood grounds, nailers, blocking, fasteners, and anchorage for support of electrical materials and equipment.

3. Joint sealers for sealing around electrical materials and equipment; and for sealing penetrations in fire and smoke barriers, floors, and foundation walls.

4. Access panels and doors in walls, ceilings, and floors for access to electrical materials and equipment.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

A. General: Submit the following in accordance with Conditions of Contract and Division 1

Specification Sections.

B. Product data for the following products:

1. Access panels and doors.

2. Joint sealers.

C. Shop drawings detailing fabrication and installation for metal fabrications, and wood supports and anchorage for electrical materials and equipment.

D. Coordination drawings for access panel and door locations in accordance with Division 26

Section "Common Work Results for Electrical."

E. Samples of joint sealer, consisting of strips of actual products showing full range of colors available for each product.

F. Welder certificates, signed by Contractor, certifying that welders comply with requirements specified under "Quality Assurance" article of this Section.

G. Schedules indicating proposed methods and sequence of operations for selective demolition prior to commencement of Work.