01560 - Environmental Requirements rev 11-2009.docx

Environmental Requirements Checklist

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 GENERAL:

A. General Scope: This Section provides the requirements necessary to ensure that all construction projects are in environmental compliance. Environmental Division, 78 CEG/CEV, is the organization responsible for management of base environmental concerns. Contact program managers in 78 CEG/CEV at (478) 327-8104. Major environmental program areas which may be affected include solid and hazardous wastes, toxics, water quality, air quality, natural resources, storage tanks, cultural resources, pollution prevention, hazardous materials, and petroleum, oil, and lubricants.

B. Contractor Responsibility: Comply with all applicable Federal, State of Georgia, any laws and regulations from other states where disposal might occur, and local laws and regulations concerning environmental compliance and pollution prevention. Ensure all products produced or generated under contract shall meet all stated performance objectives and shall not violate in any manner the environmental requirements of any applicable local, state, or federal entity including the Department of Defense (DoD).

1. Environmental Management Systems (EMS) Awareness Training: All contractor personnel working on Robins AFB who perform activities on the installation are required to complete Air Force-provided initial EMS Awareness Training. It is the responsibility of the Prime Contractor to ensure that all sub-contractors, vendors, and employees complete this training prior to beginning work on Robins AFB. Failure to provide documentation of EMS Training may result in termination of the contract.

EMS training is provided by the Environmental Division, 78 CEG/CEV, at (478) 327-8104. Contractors have three options to satisfy the mandatory EMS Awareness Training requirement. Contractors that do not have a CAC must exercise Options 2 or 3.

· Option 1 (Preferred Option): An online version of Robins EMS Awareness Training is available at the following website: https://geobase.robins.af.mil/emstraining/EMSTrainingOptions.aspx. This option is only available to contractors who have a Common Access Card (CAC) and takes approximately 10 minutes to complete.

· Option 2: Contractor requests a copy of the Robins EMS Awareness Training Power Point Presentation from the Environmental Division. The request should be sent to the Environment Division Workflow Box at the following email address, 78ceg.cev.FrontOfc@robins.af.mil. Once the presentation is received, the contractor is responsible for ensuring that all his/her employees view the training.

· Option 3: If a company is ISO 14000 certified, the contractor does not have to complete Robins AFB EMS Awareness Training; however, the contractor must submit documentation to the Contracting Officer (CO) stating ISO 14000 Certification. All contractor personnel must complete EMS awareness training by one of the three options prior to beginning work on Robins AFB.

2. Green Procurement Program (GPP): GPP is a mandatory federal acquisition program that focuses on the purchase and use of environmentally preferable and biobased products and services. Biobased products are composed in whole or in part of biological products and are safer for the environment. GPP requirements apply to all acquisitions using appropriated funds including services and new requirements. FAR 23.404(b) applies and states that GPP requires 100% of EPA designated product purchases included in the Comprehensive Procurement Guidelines (CPG) list containing recovered materials, unless the item cannot be acquired competitively within a reasonable timeframe, meet appropriate performance standards, or at a reasonable price. The Contractor must follow the details given in the 01540, Green Procurement Specification. Direct all inquiries to the 78 CEG/CEVQ Solid Waste Program Manager.

C. Base Environmental personnel (78 CEG/CEV) will conduct no-notice inspections to ensure compliance with all environmental requirements. Written documentation of any findings from such an inspection will be forwarded to the CO.

1.02 SUBMITTALS:

A. General: Provide the following submittals in accordance with instructions found in Section 01300, Submittals and Contractor Furnished Items. The contractor may submit manufacturer’s data in lieu of the required certificate of compliance if he/she desires. The Government requires manufacturer’s data if an “X” appears under the “Mfg. Data Required” column.

B. Material Submittals: Not required under this section.

C. Other Submittals: Provide the following submittals as required by the contract or as directed by the CO. *** IMPORTANT >> Designer, edit list below to project requirements*** Inspector Para # Description Date Required Check Mark

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PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.01 DISPOSAL OF WASTE/EXCESS MATERIAL:

A. General: The Contractor shall take a proactive, responsible role in the management of non-hazardous solid waste and require all subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers to participate in the effort. Non-hazardous Solid Waste, as defined in CFR 261.2, dispositioned for disposal shall be removed from the base in accordance with all Federal, State of Georgia, and local codes and requirements. Every effort shall be made to segregate individual waste streams and divert waste from any landfill by reusing or recycling materials. Direct all non-hazardous solid waste inquiries to 78 CEG/CEVQ Solid Waste Program Manager.

B. Solid Waste Handling: All persons engaged in solid waste handling or operations of solid waste handling facilities or disposal sites shall have a solid waste handling permit. The provisions of GA EPD regulations concerning proper handling of solid waste and applicable prohibitions shall govern. All materials must be properly removed by the end of the project. Equipment/material to be removed from the project but not turned in to the Government is the property of the contractor. Revenues or other savings obtained for salvage or recycling may accrue to the Contractor according to the Statement of Work.

C. Solid Waste Disposal: Use one or more of the following methods to divert/dispose of non-hazardous solid waste. All materials to be disposed of in other than a sanitary landfill must be kept segregated at the project site from those materials, which are allowed only in a sanitary landfill.

1. Reuse (diversion): First consideration of waste shall be given to salvage for reuse to be used in the original form. Sale or donation of waste suitable for reuse shall be considered. Salvaged materials, other than those specified in other sections to be salvaged and reinstalled, shall not be used in this project unless approved by the CO. Materials defined as “recovered materials” are excluded from regulation as solid wastes.

2. Recycling (diversion): Recycling of materials is strongly encouraged. Waste materials not suitable for reuse but have value as being recyclable, shall be recycled whenever economically feasible. Materials destined for recycling must meet the definition of non-hazardous wastes under federal/state solid waste regulations. Materials defined as “recovered materials” are excluded from regulation as solid wastes. Recyclable materials may be donated to the Base Qualified Recycling Program (QRP) as means of disposal.

3. Sanitary Landfill (disposal): All solid waste may be disposed of in a sanitary landfill properly licensed by the State of Georgia. Provide proof that any Georgia municipal solid waste disposal facility receiving Robins AFB waste is operated by someone who has obtained the certification required by the Georgia Solid Waste Management Act, O.C.G.A. 12-8-24.1. If a landfill other than Houston County Landfill is used, provide a copy of the landfill license.

a) All non-hazardous wastes disposed of in the Houston County Landfill may require a Waste Shipment Tracking Document signed by the Contractor’s hauler certifying that no hazardous waste was introduced into the waste while in his custody. The contractor must provide a Waste Shipment Tracking Document with each disposal load when required by Houston County. If required, the contractor may need to collect a representative sample of building demolition material to be tested. The results of the test are to be provided on the Special Waste Acceptance Application (SWAA) form and submitted to 78 CEG/CEVfor approval for acceptance by the Houston County Landfill Engineer and the issuance of a Special Waste Profile Number, which must be used on the Waste Shipment Tracking Document. Attached at the end of this document are copies of both, the Waste Shipment Tracking Document and SWAA. Allow a minimum of 2 working days for 78 CEG/CEV to process the SWAA form to obtain the profile number.

Note to Designer: Common concerns for demolition waste include lead based paint and asbestos. If the presence of lead based paint, asbestos, or other hazardous materials are suspected, permission for landfill disposal is required via the SWAA process. DURING THE DESIGN, an analysis of the suspected material shall be performed by a certified lab approved by the State. If the Toxic Characteristic Leaching Procedure (TCLP) results for lead are greater than 5 mg/L, the waste shall be disposed of as hazardous waste in a Subtitle C permitted facility--not a Subtitle D permitted facility such as the Houston County Landfill. If the lab analysis for asbestos is positive, the waste must be dispositioned through the SWAA process. The completed form (top & middle portion) along with a copy of the lab analysis should be forwarded to 78 CEG/CEVQ Solid Waste Program Manager for approval. Houston County currently does not require a SWAA if there is no presence of lead based paint, asbestos, or other non-hazardous Special Waste materials suspected. In the future, if the landfill authority does require a SWAA, the contractor shall obtain composite samples of the materials likely to be disposed of during the demolition of the project. Submit the samples through 78 CEG/CEV to the appropriate certified laboratory for testing and complete the SWAA. Attach a copy of the signed lab analysis and submit the SWAA to 78 CEG/CEV for signature. 78 CEG/CEV will fax the completed form to the County’s landfill consultant for disposal approval and issuance of Special Waste Profile Number. Once it is approved, attach a copy to the specifications during advertisement. 78 CEG/CEV will also complete the top part of the Waste Shipment Tracking Document with the Profile Number issued at the same time. Include this form in the contract documents as well.

4. Inert Waste Landfill (disposal): Materials not likely to cause production of leachate of environmental concern may be disposed of in an inert waste landfill. Only earth and earth-like products, concrete, cured asphalt concrete, rock, bricks, yard trimmings, and land clearing debris such as stumps, limbs, and leaves are acceptable for disposal in an inert waste landfill. Provide a copy of the written notice of commencement of operation by the landfill as given to the GA EPD. Include the weights of material disposed of in this type of landfill in the monthly waste management report.

5. Construction/Demolition Disposal Site (disposal): Only wood, metal, wallboard, paper, cardboard, as well as materials that can go in an inert waste landfill may be disposed of in this facility. Provide a copy of the landfill license.

6. Solid Waste Disposal Outside of Georgia: No solid waste can be disposed of outside the state of Georgia without prior written approval of the CO. If the contractor desires this, he shall provide sufficient information as determined by the contracting officer to allow verification of compliance with the law.

D. Reporting of Disposal and Recycling: Robins AFB is required to report to Air Force Headquarters (HQ AFMC) the amount (weight) of solid waste and construction and demolition (C&D) debris which is dispositioned for reuse, recycle, or disposal. Weights shall be cumulative from the start of the project so that the final report shall reflect the total amount of material disposed or recycled. A copy of the report shall be turned in to the contract administrator by the 5th of the following month and prior to final payment and immediately forwarded to:

78 CEG/CEVQ

Attn: Solid Waste Program Manager 775 Macon Street, Building 1555 Robins AFB GA 31098-2201

Each month, the Contractor shall record the amounts of reused, recycled, and disposed materials on the Waste Management Report. The report should reflect the method of disposal for the material generated from the project. Weights of material disposed of in a sanitary or C&D landfill shall be based on the weight tickets. Material disposed of in other types of landfills, which do not have weight scales, may be estimated. The weight of materials reused and or recycled may be estimated. Use a good faith effort to obtain the most accurate estimate possible.

E. Building Demolition: The Contractor must provide 10 working day notification to GA EPD prior to the start of demolition activity in accordance with Georgia Solid Waste Regulations. This also applies to the renovation of a building, defined as the removal of a load-bearing wall. To start the process, coordinate with 78 CEG/CEVOS Toxics Program Manager for guidance and assistance.

F. Submittals, Notifications, and Approvals: The following submittals, notifications, and approvals are required to maintain compliance:

1. Solid Waste Disposal Plan: In accordance with CE Spec 01572 and this spec, the Contractor shall provide a solid waste disposal plan stating how all materials leaving Robins AFB shall be disposed of and recycled no later than15 days after notice to proceed and not less than 10 days before the preconstruction meeting.

a) The plan shall address the disposal of all solid waste. The plan shall designate an employee who shall be responsible for verifying that all materials removed from Robins AFB are disposed of in accordance with the above referenced laws. Non-hazardous solid waste shall be broken down into individual types, i.e., asphalt, concrete, wood, brick, etc. to facilitate recycling of recovered materials.

b) Provide five copies of the Disposal Plan to the CO 10 days prior to the Pre-construction Conference or 14 calendar days prior to the start of disposal operations if no pre-construction conference is held.

c) Identify each landfill and recycler to be used. A copy of all landfill permits shall be provided unless the Houston County landfill is used.

d) Provide a copy of a Solid Waste Handling Permit, issued by GA EPD, which allows the Contractor to handle solid wastes. This is not required if the contractor is operating under the inert waste landfill permit-by-rule provision. However, a copy of the EPD permit-by-rule letter is required for the inert waste landfill being used.

e) Establish and maintain a Daily Waste Disposal and Recycling Log. Each load of materials that leaves Robins AFB shall be accounted for in the log. The log shall list the load number, bill of sale number/date or other record for recycling, as well as the name of the contract employee who verified that the material was disposed of properly, along with details as to how verification was accomplished.

f) Keep evidence of proper disposal and recycling of construction debris per CE Spec 01572 as well as provide this evidence to the CO. Examples of evidence include dump tickets from a licensed sanitary landfill, copies of current landfill permits from the State of Georgia (unless Houston County landfill is used), manifest, bill of sale, or other record for recycling. The evidence shall be provided the workday after the load is carried off.

g) After contract work is completed and prior to final payment, the Contractor shall submit a notarized letter of certification signed by a senior official of the company certifying that all materials disposed, recycled, and removed from Robins AFB have been dispositioned in compliance with Federal, State of Georgia, and local laws, and 78 CEG/CEV has received all monthly waste tracking reports. Attach a copy or duplicate of the Waste Shipment Tracking Document for each load transported for disposal and recycling.

2. Recycling: Provide a letter indicating what materials shall be treated as recovered materials under GA EPD regulations and show how the criteria for recovered materials are met. Please note that for C&D Waste, per CE Specification 01572, a minimum of 75 percent by weight of total project solid waste shall be diverted from the landfill.

3. Building Demolition: Submit copies of GA EPD demolition notification to CO 15 days prior to starting work with a copy of the payment of fees paid to the state if applicable.

3.02 SPECIAL WASTES OR HAZARDOUS MATERIALS:

A. General: The Contractor must comply with all applicable federal, state, and local requirements concerning use of hazardous materials and hazardous waste. If there should be a conflict between environmental regulation/ordinances/statues and the contract’s specifications, the contractor shall, in writing, contact the CO for a written determination. Disposal of all non-hazardous Special Wastes, such as asbestos, requires submittal of a SWAA to obtain a Profile Number for use on the Waste Shipment Tracking Document as described in 3.01 C.3.a).

B. Hazardous Waste: Hazardous Waste is defined as waste meeting the requirements of 40 CFR 261.3. The Contractor must ensure personnel have completed hazardous waste operations training. All hazardous wastes generated on Robins AFB should be disposed of through 78 CEG/CEVOH at Bldg 359. Direct all inquiries to the 78 CEG/CEVQ Hazardous Waste Program Manager.

1. Light fixture components: High-intensity discharge (HID) and fluorescent lamps and tubes containing mercury must be recycled as hazardous waste. Low- and high-pressure sodium lamps are excluded as hazardous waste.

a) Fluorescent lighting ballasts and HID lighting capacitors must be disposed of as toxic waste if the labels do not specifically say that they contain polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCB’s). Items marked as non-PCB are handled as standard solid waste.

b) Batteries used in emergency and exit lights that contain lead must be recycled as hazardous waste.

2. Disposal Procedures for HID and Fluorescent Lamps/Tubes and Lead-Acid Batteries:

a) Gather the lamps/tubes and batteries into containers suitable for shipping per Department of Transportation (DOT) guidelines. The lamps/tubes can be placed in the original boxes the new tubes came in or in boxes designed to prevent breakage.

b) Take care not to break any lamps/tubes. If any are broken, they must be treated as spilled hazardous material.

c) Obtain labels and containers from Bldg 359. Place the provided labels on the boxes, properly filled out and deliver to Bldg 359. Payment for disposal will be made through your Department of Defense Activity Address Code (DODAAC) account.

d) The DRMO contractor will dispose of the items, normally by recycling the lamps, tubes, and batteries. Their contractor will mail a signed copy of the manifest to 78 CEG/CEV and CE after they are transported to the disposal site.

3. Disposal Procedures for Fluorescent lighting ballasts and HID lighting capacitors containing PCB’s:

a) Gather HID capacitors and fluorescent ballasts into separate containers during construction and place them into labeled, suitably sized DOT-approved containers per 49 CFR 173.202. (Typical sizes are 1, 5, 10, 30, and 55 gallons) Labels and containers may be obtained from Bldg 359, 78 CEG/CEVOH.

b) If any are broken, they must be treated as spilled hazardous material. Contact 78 CEG/CEVOH at (478) 926-1176 for disposal instructions.

c) Dispose of sealed non-leaking capacitors through DRMO. Do not keep any of the full or partially full containers at the construction site for more than 30 days. Provide DD Form 1348 obtained from Bldg 359 prior to contacting DRMO for disposal.

d) DRMO will dispose of PCB containing materials by incineration. DRMO will mail a signed copy of the manifest to 78 CEG/CEV after transportation to the disposal site. A certificate of destruction should be received in the next month.

C. Asbestos Containing Materials (ACM):

1. Do not use any products containing asbestos.

2. All asbestos abatement work shall only be performed in the areas shown by the required specifications and shall be in accordance with CE Spec 01568.

3. Prior to the start of any demolition or renovation, determine if asbestos is in the area of construction. If there is no known asbestos in the project area, proceed as normal. If the contractor discovers any material he/she suspects to be asbestos, bring it to the CO’s attention immediately. Stop all work in that area until directed to proceed.

a) Known Asbestos: If asbestos is in the area of construction, describe where it is located. There should not be any work done in the area involving asbestos if it was not written in the contract. If any asbestos is accidentally damaged, notify Bioenvironmental Engineering, 78 AMDS/SGPB, at (478) 327-7555 and 78 CEG/CEVQ Toxics Program Manager immediately. After they inspect the damage, the contractor shall repair it and remove debris in accordance with the following regulations, at no additional cost to the Government:

· 29 CFR 1910.1001 (1985)

· 40 CFT 61.20 Subpart B (1985)

· AFOSH Standard 161-4 (20 Jun 77)

· Georgia Air Quality Rules, Section 391-3-1-02(9)(b)1 (1986)

***Policy: Samples will be taken by the designer during design and routed through 78 CES/CEOS for testing by a certified lab approved by the State to determine the presence of asbestos and results copied to 78 CEG/CEV. Items that must be sampled include floor tile and mastic, pipe insulation and insulation mastic. Other potential asbestos items include some sprayed on coatings, roofing insulation, and siding.***

D. Lead Paint:

1. General: The contractor shall take precautions to protect his workers and Government employees from exposure to lead dust hazards during C&D projects in accordance with 29 CFR 1926.62, OSHA Lead in Construction Standard, and Specification 02065. All painted surfaces including painted surfaces covered by other materials such as wall paper may contain varying levels of lead.

2. Major Abatement Requirements, Housing, Childcare**Designer-not for our normal O&M projects**: All painted surfaces including painted surfaces covered by other materials such as wall paper may contain varying levels of lead. The disposal of all debris containing lead paint shall be handled as a hazardous waste until a determination has been made otherwise based on test results.

***Policy: Composite samples will be taken by the designer during design and routed through 78 CES/CEOS for TCLP testing by a certified laboratory approved by the State to determine the presence and level of lead in the debris and results copied to 78 CEG/CEV. Follow guidelines on sampling to ensure the samples are representative of the weight of debris anticipated.***

3. Maintenance, Repair, and Minor Construction Projects: All painted surfaces including painted surfaces covered by other materials such as wall paper in this project contain varying levels of lead. The disposal of all debris containing lead paint is to be treated for collection and disposal purposes as hazardous waste until a determination has been made otherwise based on test results. For hazardous waste, the contractor shall provide DOT approved drums and collect the waste in the drums. The drums shall be sealed, properly labeled, and turned in to the government for disposal.

E. Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCB): Do not use equipment or components containing PCB’s. This includes ballasts and capacitors for fluorescent and HID lighting.

F. Ozone Depleting Substances (ODS) and Controlled Substances Restriction:

1. Unless the requiring activity has obtained prior Senior Acquisition Official (SAO) approval, contractors may not:

a) Provide any service or product with any specification, standard, drawing, or other document that requires the use of a Class I ODS in the test, operation, or maintenance of any system, subsystem, item, component, or process; or

b) Provide any specification, standard, drawing, or other document that establishes a test, operation, or maintenance requirement that can only be met by use of a Class I ODS.

[AFFARS Part 5352.223-9000, Elimination of Use of Class I Ozone Depleting Substances (ODS)]

2. For the purposes of Air Force policy, the following products are Class I ODS:

a) Halons: 1011, 1202, 1211, 1301, and 2402;

b) Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs): CFC-11, CFC-12, CFC-13, CFC-111, CFC-112, CFC-113, CFC-114, CFC-115, CFC-211, CFC-212, CFC-213, CFC-214, CFC-215, CFC-216, and CFC-217, and the blends R-500, R-501, R-502, and R-502; and

c) Carbon Tetrachloride, Methyl Chloroform, and Methyl Bromide

NOTE: Materials that use one or more of these Class I ODSs as minor constituents do not meet the Air Force definition of a Class I ODS. [AFFARS Part 5352.223-9000, Elimination of Use of Class I Ozone Depleting Substances (ODS)]

3. Class II ODS usage requires prior approval through the AF Form 3952 Authorization Process. [AFI 32-7086, Hazardous Materials Management]

4. Do not develop or modify any existing weapon or facility system scheduled to remain in the Air Force inventory beyond 01 January 2020 in any manner that requires or adds requirements for Class II ODS in their operations or maintenance.

For exceptions to this Class II ODS policy, the requiring activity must receive SAO approval, using the same process as Class I ODS Contract approvals, or, for installation Real Property air conditioning and refrigeration equipment, the requiring activity must obtain approval authority from the Base Civil Engineer (BCE). [AFI 32-7086, Hazardous Materials Management]

5. For the purposes of Air Force policy, the following products are Class II ODS:

Hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs): HCFC-21, HCFC-22, HCFC-31, HCFC-121, HCFC-122, HCFC-123, HCFC-124, HCFC-131, HCFC-132, HCFC-133, HCFC-141b, HCFC-142b, HCFC-151, HCFC-221, HCFC-222, HCFC-223, HCFC-224, HCFC-225ca, HCFC-225cb, HCFC-226, HCFC-231, HCFC-232, HCFC-233, HCFC-234, HCFC-235, HCFC-241, HCFC-242, HCFC-243, HCFC-244, HCFC-251, HCFC-252, HCFC-253, HCFC-261, HCFC-262, HCFC-271 [AFI 32-7086, Hazardous Materials Management, Table 4.2]

6. The Contractor shall label products which contain or are manufactured with ozone depleting substances in the manner and to the extent required by 42 U.S.C. 7671j(b), (c), and (d) and 40 CFR Part 82, Subpart E, as follows:

Warning Contains (or manufactured with, if applicable) *_______, a substance(s) which harm(s) public health and environment by destroying ozone in the upper atmosphere.

* The Contractor shall insert the name of the substance(s). [FAR Part 52.223-11, Ozone Depleting Substances]

7. The Contractor shall comply with the applicable requirements of Sections 608 and 609 of the Clean Air Act (42 U.S.C. 7671g and 7671h) as each or both apply to this contract. [FAR Part 52.223-12, Refrigeration Equipment and Air Conditioners]

G. Submittals, Notifications, and Approvals: The following submittals, notifications, and approvals are required to maintain compliance:

1. Hazard Communication (HAZCOM) Program: The Contractor must submit a written HAZCOM program to the CO when hazardous materials or chemicals are to be used or demolished. This HAZCOM plan must include the following information:

a) List of each work activity/process required to use/demolish hazardous materials/chemicals.

b) List of hazardous materials/chemicals used.

c) Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for each hazardous material/chemical used.

(1) Provide the CO with MSDS and the list of hazardous materials/chemicals prior to starting work. The same procedure should be followed for additional hazardous material brought on base during the performance of the contract. The CO will forward the list of hazardous materials and MSDS to the Hazardous Material Cell, 78 CEG/CEVOH.

d) Written procedures for disposing of hazardous waste generated.

2. Hazardous Waste Listing: The Contractor must submit a list of expected hazardous waste along with corresponding MSDSs to the CO. Examples of typical hazardous wastes include broken fluorescent bulbs; fuels, oils, & lubricants; mercury from thermostats; empty or discarded aerosol cans; paint thinners; and liquid paints.

3. Asbestos Work/Removal: The Contractor shall provide 15 working day notification to the CO and 78 CEG/CEVQ Toxics Program Manager and 10 working day notification to GA EPD prior to the start of any work involving asbestos. Copies of all notifications, GA EPD approval, and landfill disposal receipts must be provided to the CO and 78 CEG/CEVQ Toxics Program Manager.

4. Lead Based Paint: For maintenance, repair, and minor construction projects. Provide a written compliance program as required by OSHA Standard 29 CFR 1926.62 to the CO and the 78 CEG/CEVQ Toxics Program Manager. Provide certification that contractor personnel involved in removal and handling of lead based paint has received training in accordance with OSHA Lead Standards. Provide results of air sample testing to demonstrate worker safety. For abatement projects only, provide submittals as specified in Section 02065 of the specifications.

5. Ozone Depleting Substances (ODS) and Controlled Substances Restriction:

a) The Contractor shall provide the name, address, telephone number, and technician certification of each person who will service, repair, maintain and/or dispose of any equipment containing and/or using a refrigerant (Class I ODS, Class II ODS, or non-ozone depleting substance) to 78 CEG/CEV.

b) The Contractor shall provide a list of appliances located on base that have a capacity of 50 pounds or more of a Class I or Class II refrigerant to 78 CEG/CEV. Include the following information for each appliance:

(1) The type of appliance, i.e., commercial refrigeration (CR) appliance, industrial process refrigeration (IPR) appliance, comfort cooling appliance, or other type of refrigeration appliance;

(2) The location of each appliance;

(3) The manufacturer, serial number, or other method of identification;

(4) The amount of the full charge of refrigerant, the type of refrigerant used, and the date full charge was determined.

c) For maintenance, service, repair, and/or disposal of base appliances containing 50 pounds or more of a Class I or Class II refrigerant, provide records, work logs, service tickets, invoices, and supporting documentation to 78 CEG/CEV. The documentation required should contain the following:

(1) The date and type of service performed, i.e., repair, maintenance and/or disposal;

(2) The date any leak was discovered;

(3) A complete, detailed description of any service performed;

(4) The amount of refrigerant added at the completion of each service performed;

(5) Dates and results of the initial and follow-up verification tests; and

(6) The name of the technician who performed the work.

d) For any equipment used to recover or recycle refrigerants on base, provide the following information to 78 CEG/CEV:

(1) A copy of any invoice or other record documenting the purchase or rental of such equipment, including the type of equipment, the manufacturer’s name, the equipment model number, year manufactured, and any associated serial number; and

(2) A copy of the equipment certification sent to EPA.

e) For any purchases or acquisitions of refrigerant used for any service on base, provide copies of records, including, but not limited to, receipts, invoices, purchase orders, or bills of lading to 78 CEG/CEV. The information should include the name, address and telephone number of each person, agent, or business entity from whom the facility purchased refrigerant.

6. Department of Defense Activity Address Code (DODAAC) Account: After the Preconstruction Conference, the Contractor must obtain a DODAAC account number to work directly with and pay DRMO for disposals.

a) After contract award, work with the 78 CEG/CEVOH POC to discuss how to obtain a DODAAC form and container labels. The Contracting Official Technical Representative (COTR) must submit the DODAAC form to the AFMC POC. The Transportation Accounting Code, Billing Address, and Point of Contact (POC) must be listed on the DODAAC form prior to submitting.

b) Wait until the DODAAC account number is received to begin gathering regulated waste items and then do the entire gathering at one time to avoid long-term storage issues.

3.03AIR QUALITY:

1. Air Permit – Emission Sources: According to GA EPD Rules for Air Quality Control, Chapter 391-3-1-.03, any person prior to beginning the construction or modification of any facility which may result in air pollution shall obtain a permit for the construction or modification of such facility. The contractor shall submit the required data to complete the permit application form as early in the planning process as possible. Since an approved permit to construct is mandatory prior to start of construction, the contractor shall not install the equipment until the permit has been approved and Government approval of the contractor's submittal has been obtained. Contractor shall anticipate nine months to one year from air source data submittal for this to occur. Direct all inquiries to the 78 CEG/CEVQ Air Program Manager.

3.04 DUST CONTROL:

A. General: The Contractor must maintain all excavations, embankments, stockpiles, haul roads, permanent access roads, plant sites, waste areas, borrow areas, and all other work within or without the project boundaries free from dust which could cause a hazard or nuisance to others. Dust is considered minute solid particles caused to be suspended by natural forces or by mechanical processes such as, but not limited to, crushing, grinding, milling, drilling, demolishing, shoveling, conveying, covering, bagging, mixing, and sweeping.

B. Dust Control Measures: Perform dust control as the work proceeds and whenever a dust nuisance or hazard occurs. Approved temporary methods of stabilization consisting of sprinkling, chemical treatment, light bituminous treatment, or similar methods are permitted to control dust. To be approved, sprinkling must be repeated at such intervals as to keep all parts of the disturbed area damp at all times. If sprinkling is used, keep sufficient equipment on the job site at all times.

3.05 PESTICIDES (INSECTICIDES, FUNGICIDES, HERBICIDES, ETC.):

A. The Contractor shall use only EPA approved pesticides, insecticides, fungicides, herbicides, etc, and report pounds of active ingredient used for each pesticide to 78 CEG/CEV at the end of the project.

B. The Contractor must possess a pest control operator’s license and a list of all chemicals to be used. Use only a pest control operator licensed in the State of Georgia to apply these chemicals.

C. The Contractor must ensure proper delivery, storage, handling, and disposal of all chemicals.

D. Submittals, Notifications, and Approvals: The following submittals, notifications, and approvals are required to maintain compliance:

1. The Contractor must submit a list of all pesticides to be used and amount (pounds) of active ingredients used to 78 CEG/CEV so that coordination of all pesticide usage can be coordinated with Base Entomology Shop, 78 CES/CEOSV.

2. Proof of License: The contractor must submit a copy of the pest control operator’s license to the CO and 78 CEG/CEV.

3.06 RADIOACTIVE MATERIALS:

3.07 UNDERGROUND STORAGE TANKS (UST): The Contractor shall provide information to the CO so that 78 CEG/CEV can submit notification to the GA EPD about the project. Allow at least 45 days after the NTP before starting the removal process for tanks. The removal process must be completed within 90 days to comply with GA EPD regulations. Direct all inquiries to the 78 CEG/CEVQ Tanks Program Manager.

3.08 THREATENED AND ENDANGERED SPECIES AND WILDLIFE: The Contractor shall not harm wildlife of any kind. Most wildlife species found on base are protected by law, including birds, bats, and non-venomous snakes. If the Contractor encounters problems with wildlife, the CO shall contact 78 CEG/CEV to determine the best solution for each problem. The CO will ensure that the Contractor’s actions do not injure rare species or their habitats.

3.09 WETLANDS: Wetlands delineation has been completed on base and wetland boundaries are currently identified with markers. These areas shall not be disturbed and shall be protected. Comply with water and land protection sections outlined in this Specification to prevent construction site sediments and runoff from entering wetlands.

3.10 GREEN PROCUREMENT PROGRAM (GPP): The Contractor must follow the guidelines provided in 01540 Green Procurement Specification to comply with GPP requirements. Direct all inquiries to the 78 CEG/CEVQ Solid Waste Program Manager.

3.11 PRESERVING HISTORICAL AND ARCHAEOLOGICAL RESOURCES:

A. General: When a building or archaeological site determined eligible for the National Register of Historic Places is within a project area, the Contractor shall take adequate measures to prevent adverse impact to the cultural resource. This may include the development of a mitigation plan, consultation with the Georgia State Historic Preservation Office, the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation, and 12 culturally affiliated Native American tribes.

1. The Contractor shall provide 78 CEG/CEV with all the project information to prevent adverse impacts to the building or archaeological site. The Contractor shall contact 78 CEG/CEVP Natural and Cultural Resources Program Manager at the beginning of the project, one week before excavation starts and at least 2 hours before excavation resumes during the construction period.

2. When cultural resources are inadvertently discovered during construction, project personnel are directed to avoid the site of discovery and immediately contact the 78 CEG/CEVP Natural and Cultural Resources Program Manager. All work in the area of discovery must stop until it can be investigated. 78 CEG/CEV will send a qualified representative to the site and the resource will need to be recorded and evaluated and the effects mitigated as necessary.

B. Archaeological Finds: All archaeological finds are the property of Robins Air Force Base. Do not remove or disturb finds without the CO's written authorization. Archaeological Finds are artifacts, ecofacts, or modifications to the landscape that are associated with past human activity and are a minimum of 50 years old.

3.12 PROTECTION OF LAND RESOURCES:

C. Spills: Prevent the spill of chemicals, fuels, oils, grease, bituminous materials, waste washings, herbicides, cement drainage, or any other hazardous materials, including breaking fluorescent or HID lamps and tubes. Immediately report all spills to the Base Fire Department, 778 CES/CEF, and emergency number 911. Ensure to report all emergency information, including name, telephone number, location of spill, and type and amount of material spilled. Notify the CO of the spill immediately following initial reporting to the Fire Department and 911. Take containment action against any hazardous spills, which threaten storm drains and other environmental areas. Ensure clean up of materials spilled.

The Contractor is responsible for the cleanup of material(s) spilled. No spill residue shall be transported off Robins AFB without specific approval from the CO. Spills involving large quantities and/or requiring special protective clothing and/or breathing devices to facilitate clean up may require action by the Base Spill Response Team. When the Base Spill Response Team is utilized, the Contractor shall provide support, as appropriate, for containment and clean up of spills. If the spill exceeds reportable quantity limits, coordinate notification to the National Response Center with 78 CEG/CEV through the CO.

D. Prevention of Landscape Defacement:

3. Where, in the opinion of the CO, trees may possibly be defaced, bruised, injured, or otherwise damaged by the Contractor's equipment, blasting, dumping, or other operations, the CO may direct the Contractor to adequately protect such trees by placing boards, planks, plastic fence, or poles around them. When directed by the CO, construct barriers to protect trees from earthwork operations. Rocks that are displaced into uncleared areas shall be removed. Monuments, markers, and works of art shall be similarly protected before beginning operations near them.

E. Restoration of Landscape Damage: Surface Drainage: Surface drainage from cuts and fills within the construction limits and from borrow and waste disposal areas, shall be held in suitable sedimentation ponds or shall be graded to control erosion. Temporary erosion and sediment control measures such as berms, dikes, drains, or sedimentation basins, shall be provided and maintained until permanent drainage and erosion control measures are completed and operating. The area of bare soil exposed by construction operations at any time shall be held to a minimum. Stream crossings by fording with equipment shall be limited to control turbidity. Fills and waste areas shall be constructed by select placement to eliminate adjacent streams.

Stabilization of permanent steep slopes shall be accomplished as soon as possible to establish vegetation. Apply mulch immediately after finished grading is completed, regardless of season, and delay seeding and fertilizing until the season most favorable for germination.

a) The Contractor shall submit an Erosion, Sedimentation and Pollution Control (ESPC) Plan signed and stamped by a Georgia Professional Engineer with Level 2 Certification from the Georgia Soil and Water Conservation Commission to 78 CEG/CEV for review and approval prior to submitting the NOI to GA EPD. The ESPC Plan shall meet or exceed the requirements of the respective applicable permit and the current edition of the Manual for Erosion and Sediment Control in Georgia.

For all new development or redevelopment greater than 5000 ft2 (of impervious area or land disturbance), the design shall meet the minimum stormwater management standards of the Georgia Storm Water Management Manual (SWMM). The SWMM can be found at http://www.georgiastormwater.com/. The minimum standards are found in Section 1.2., Page 1.2-1.

b) The Contractor shall submit a completed NOI to be covered by a NPDES Permit for stormwater…