01 50 00 Temporary Facilities.pdf

Waterfront Repairs, Coast Guard BSU Boston PSN 2255035

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TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS

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1 GENERAL

1.1 REFERENCES

The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced. The publications are referred to within the text by the basic designation only.

FEDERAL HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION (FHWA)

FHWA MUTCD (1988) Manual on Uniform Traffic Control

Devices

NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION (NFPA)

NFPA 70 (1999) National Electrical Code

NFPA 241 (1996) Safeguarding Construction, Alteration, and Demolition Operations

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UBMITTALS

Submit the following in accordance with Section 01 33 00, "Submittal Procedures."

SD-01 Preconstruction Submittals

Traffic control plan

Construction site plan

1.3 CONSTRUCTION SITE PLAN

Prior to the start of work, submit a site plan showing the locations of temporary facilities (including layouts and details, equipment and material storage area (onsite and offsite), and access and haul routes used for this contract. Show locations of safety and construction fences, site trailers, construction entrances, trash dumpsters, temporary sanitary facilities, and worker parking areas.

1.4 TEMPORARY UTILITIES

1.4.1 Contractor Utilities

The Contractor shall provide his own utilities.

1.4.2 Utilities at Special Locations

When and if necessary, connections to base fire hydrants shall be coordinated with the Contracting Officer and BSU Boston. Connections shall be made in accordance with the Boston water and Sewer Commission, Water Use

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Regulations, adopted December 21, 2000, Section 7. Connections shall be checked daily for leaks. At the end of the work day the contractor shall insure that the water hydrant is charged and available for use in the event of a fire; remove the connection if necessary on a daily basis to insure hat the hydrant remains operational. t

1.5 WEATHER PROTECTION

Take immediate actions when rain or other detrimental weather is imminent, and at the end of each workday, to insure that installed work is protected and that equipment, tools, boats, barges, vehicles, and material are secure and able to withstand inclement weather.

1.5.1 Storm Protection

When a warning of gale force winds is issued, take precautions to minimize danger to persons, and protect the work and nearby Government property.

Precautions shall include, but are not limited to, removing/securing loose materials, tools and equipment from exposed locations; and removing or securing scaffolding and other temporary work.

1.6 STATION OPERATION EFFECTS ON CONTRACTOR OPERATIONS

1.6.1 Interruption of Vehicular Traffic

If during the performance of work, it becomes necessary to modify vehicular traffic patterns at any locations, notify the Contracting Officer at least 15 calendar days prior to the proposed modification date, and provide a Traffic Control Plan detailing the proposed controls to traffic movement for approval. Provide cones, signs, barricades, lights, or other traffic control devices and personnel required to control traffic.

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EMPORARY SANITARY FACILITIES

Provide adequate sanitary conveniences of a type approved for the use of persons employed on the work, properly secluded from public observation, and maintained in such a manner as required and approved by the Contracting Officer. Maintain these conveniences at all times without nuisance. Upon completion of the work, remove the conveniences from the premises, leaving the premises clean and free from nuisance. Include provisions for pest control and elimination of odors.

1.7.1 Maintenance of Temporary Facilities

Suitably paint and maintain the temporary facilities. Failure to do so will be sufficient reason to require their removal.

1.7.2 Trailers or Storage Buildings

Trailers or storage buildings will be permitted, where space is available, subject to the approval of the Contracting Officer. The trailers or buildings shall be in good condition, free from visible damage rust and deterioration, and meet all applicable safety requirements. Trailers shall be roadworthy and comply with all appropriate state and local vehicle requirements. Failure to maintain storage trailers or buildings to these standards shall result in the removal of non-complying units at the Contractor's expense. A sign not smaller than 24 by 24 inches shall be

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Section 01 50 00 Page 3 conspicuously placed on the trailer depicting the company name, business phone number, and emergency phone number. Trailers shall be anchored to resist high winds and must meet applicable state of local standards for anchoring mobile trailers.

2 PRODUCTS

Not Used.

3 EXECUTION

3.1 TEMPORARY PHYSICAL CONTROLS

3.1.1 Access Controls

3.1.1.1 Temporary Barricades

Contractor shall provide for barricading around all work areas to prevent public access.

3.1.1.2 Fencing

Fencing shall be provided to control access to the work area(s) by unauthorized people. Fencing must be installed to be able to restrain a force of at least 250 pounds against it.

3.1.1.3 Signs

Place warning signs at the construction area perimeter designating the presence of construction hazards requiring unauthorized persons to keep out.

Signs must be placed on all sides of the project, with at least one sign every 300 feet. All points of entry shall have signs designating the construction site as a hard hat area.

3.2 TEMPORARY WIRING

Provide temporary wiring in accordance with NFPA 241 and NFPA 70, Article 305-6(b), Assured Equipment Grounding Conductor Program. Program shall include frequent inspection of all equipment and apparatus.

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3.2 TEMPORARY WIRING