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This document is Section 01 50 00 Temporary Construction Facilities and Controls from the Unified Facilities Guide Specifications (UFGS) for federal construction projects. It provides requirements and standards for temporary facilities, utilities, signage, traffic control, fencing, and other construction site management elements. Key details include:
The government will provide utilities to the construction site, but the contractor is responsible for connecting, metering, and conserving use of these utilities. The contractor must provide temporary facilities such as storage, office space, and a bulletin board, and follow requirements for site security, safety, and environmental controls. Traffic provisions include maintaining access and haul roads, barricades, and dust control. Specific requirements are provided for temporary fencing, wiring, signage, and backflow preventers. The contractor must monitor weather conditions and take actions to secure the site based on the DoD Condition of Readiness (COR) levels.
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SECTION 01 50 00 Page 1
SECTION TABLE OF CONTENTS
DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
SECTION 01 50 00
TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION FACILITIES AND CONTROLS
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PART 1 GENERAL
1.1 REFERENCES
1.2 SUBMITTALS
1.3 CONSTRUCTION SITE PLAN
1.4 BACKFLOW PREVENTERS CERTIFICATE
1.4.1 Backflow Tester Certificate
1.4.2 Backflow Prevention Training Certificate
1.5 DOD CONDITION OF READINESS (COR)
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1 TEMPORARY SIGNAGE
2.1.1 Bulletin Board
2.1.2 Project Identification Signs
2.1.3 Warning Signs
2.2 TEMPORARY TRAFFIC CONTROL
2.2.1 Haul Roads
2.2.2 Barricades
2.3 FENCING
2.3.1 Polyethylene Mesh Safety Fencing
2.3.2 Chain Link Panel Fencing
2.3.3 Post-Driven Chain Link Fencing
2.4 TEMPORARY WIRING
2.5 BACKFLOW PREVENTERS
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 EMPLOYEE PARKING
3.2 TEMPORARY BULLETIN BOARD
3.3 AVAILABILITY AND USE OF UTILITY SERVICES
3.3.1 Temporary Utilities
3.3.2 Payment for Utility Services
3.3.3 Meters and Temporary Connections
3.3.4 Advance Deposit
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3.3.5 Final Meter Reading
3.3.6 Utilities at Special Locations
3.3.6.1 Utilities at Guam by Contractor for Special Projects
3.3.6.2 Utility Services at Midway
3.3.7 Utility Services for Diego Garcia Projects
3.3.7.1 Contractor-Owned and Operated Radio Telecommunications
3.3.7.2 Off-Island
3.3.8 Utility Services for Wake Island
3.3.9 Telephones at Midway, Wake, and Diego Garcia
3.3.10 Electricity
3.3.11 Water
3.3.12 Sanitation
3.3.13 Telephone
3.3.14 Obstruction Lighting of Cranes
3.3.15 Fire Protection
3.4 TRAFFIC PROVISIONS
3.4.1 Maintenance of Traffic
3.4.2 Protection of Traffic
3.4.3 Rush Hour Restrictions
3.4.4 Dust Control
3.4.5 Commercial Vehicles In/Out of NAVSTA/NAS Norfolk, VA
3.5 CONTRACTOR'S TEMPORARY FACILITIES
3.5.1 Quality Control Manager Records and Field Office
3.5.2 Safety Systems
3.5.3 Administrative Field Offices
3.5.4 Storage Area
3.5.5 Supplemental Storage Area
3.5.6 Appearance of Trailers
3.5.7 Trailers or Storage Buildings
3.5.8 Maintenance of Storage Area
3.5.9 New Building
3.5.10 Security Provisions
3.5.11 Storage Size and Location
3.5.12 Storage in Existing Buildings
3.5.13 Weather Protection of Temporary Facilities and Stored Materials
3.5.13.1 Building and Site Storm Protection
3.6 GOVERNMENT FIELD OFFICE
3.7 PLANT COMMUNICATIONS
3.8 TEMPORARY PROJECT SAFETY FENCING
3.9 DUMPSTERS
3.10 CLEANUP
3.11 RESTORATION OF STORAGE AREA
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SECTION 01 50 00
TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION FACILITIES AND
CONTROLS
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PART 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.
AMERICAN WATER WORKS ASSOCIATION (AWWA)
AWWA C511 (2017) Reduced-Pressure Principle Backflow
Prevention Assembly
FOUNDATION FOR CROSS-CONNECTION CONTROL AND HYDRAULIC RESEARCH
(FCCCHR)
FCCCHR List (continuously updated) List of Approved
Backflow Prevention Assemblies
FCCCHR Manual (10th Edition) Manual of Cross-Connection Control
NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION (NFPA)
NFPA 241 (2013; Errata 2015) Standard for
Safeguarding Construction, Alteration, and Demolition Operations
NFPA 70 (2017; ERTA 1-2 2017; TIA 17-1; TIA 17-2;
TIA 17-3; TIA 17-4; TIA 17-5; TIA 17-6;
TIA 17-7; TIA 17-8; TIA 17-9; TIA 17-10;
TIA 17-11; TIA 17-12; TIA 17-13; TIA
17-14; TIA 17-15; TIA 17-16; TIA 17-17)
National Electrical Code
U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS (USACE)
EM 385-1-1 (2014) Safety and Health Requirements
Manual
U.S. FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION (FAA)
FAA AC 70/7460-1 (2015; Rev L) Obstruction Marking and Lighting
U.S. FEDERAL HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION (FHWA)
MUTCD (2015) Manual on Uniform Traffic Control
Devices
1.2 SUBMITTALS
Government approval is required for submittals with a "G" designation;
SECTION 01 50 00 Page 4 submittals not having a "G" designation are for information only. When used, a designation following the "G" designation identifies the office that will review the submittal for the Government.
SD-01 Preconstruction Submittals
Construction Site Plan; G
Traffic Control Plan; G
Haul Road Plan; G
SD-03 Product Data
Backflow Preventers; G
SD-06 Test Reports
Backflow Preventer Tests
SD-07 Certificates
Backflow Tester Certification
Backflow Preventers Certificate of Full Approval
1.3 CONSTRUCTION SITE PLAN
Prior to the start of work, submit a site plan showing the locations and dimensions of temporary facilities (including layouts and details, equipment and material storage area (onsite and offsite), and access and haul routes, avenues of ingress/egress to the fenced area and details of the fence installation. Identify any areas which may have to be graveled to prevent the tracking of mud. Indicate if the use of a supplemental or other staging area is desired. Show locations of safety and construction fences, site trailers, construction entrances, trash dumpsters, temporary sanitary facilities, and worker parking areas.
1.4 BACKFLOW PREVENTERS CERTIFICATE
Certificate of Full Approval from FCCCHR List, University of Southern California, attesting that the design, size and make of each backflow preventer has satisfactorily passed the complete sequence of performance testing and evaluation for the respective level of approval. Certificate of Provisional Approval will not be acceptable.
1.4.1 Backflow Tester Certificate
Prior to testing, submit to the Contracting Officer certification issued by the State or local regulatory agency attesting that the backflow tester has successfully completed a certification course sponsored by the regulatory agency. Tester must not be affiliated with any company participating in any other phase of this Contract.
1.4.2 Backflow Prevention Training Certificate
Submit a certificate recognized by the State or local authority that states the Contractor has completed at least 10 hours of training in backflow preventer installations. The certificate must be current.
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1.5 DOD CONDITION OF READINESS (COR)
DOD will set the Condition of Readiness (COR) based on the weather forecast for sustained winds 50 knots (60mph or 95 km/hr) or greater.
Contact the Contracting Officer for the current COR setting.
Monitor weather conditions a minimum of twice a day and take appropriate actions according to the approved Emergency Plan in the accepted Accident Prevention Plan, EM-385-1-1 Section 01 Emergency Planning and the instructions below.
Unless otherwise directed by the Contracting Officer, comply with:
a. Condition FOUR (Sustained winds of 93 km/hr 50 knots or greater expected within 72 hours): Normal daily jobsite cleanup and good housekeeping practices. Collect and store in piles or containers scrap lumber, waste material, and rubbish for removal and disposal at the close of each work day. Maintain the construction site including storage areas, free of accumulation of debris. Stack form lumber in neat piles less than one m 4 feet high. Remove all debris, trash, or objects that could become missile hazards.
b. Condition THREE (Sustained winds of 93 km/hr 50 knots or greater expected within 48 hours): Maintain "Condition FOUR" requirements and commence securing operations necessary for "Condition ONE" which cannot be completed within 18 hours. Cease all routine activities which might interfere with securing operations. Commence securing and stow all gear and portable equipment. Make preparations for securing buildings. Review requirements pertaining to "Condition TWO" and continue action as necessary to attain "Condition THREE" readiness.
c. Condition TWO (Sustained winds of 93 km/hr 50 knots or greater expected within 24 hours): Curtail or cease routine activities until securing operation is complete. Reinforce or remove form work and scaffolding. Secure machinery, tools, equipment, materials, or remove from the jobsite. Expend every effort to clear all missile hazards and loose equipment from general base areas.
d. Condition ONE. (Sustained winds of 93 km/hr 50 knots or greater expected within 12 hours): Secure the jobsite, and leave Government premises.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1 TEMPORARY SIGNAGE
2.1.1 Bulletin Board
Within one calendar day of mobilization on site and prior to the commencement of work activities, provide a clear weatherproof covered bulletin board not less than 36 by 48 inches in size for displaying the Equal Employment Opportunity poster, a copy of the wage decision contained in the contract, Wage Rate Information poster, Safety and Health Information as required by EM 385-1-1 Section 01 and other information approved by the Contracting Officer. Coordinate requirements herein with 01 35 26 GOVERNMENTAL SAFETY REQUIREMENTS.
2.1.2 Project Identification Signs
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The requirements for the signs, their content, and location are as indicated. Erect signs within 15 days after receipt of the notice to proceed. Correct the data required by the safety sign daily, with light colored metallic or non-metallic numerals.
2.1.3 Warning Signs
Post temporary signs, tags, and labels to give workers and the public adequate warning and caution of construction hazards according to the EM 385-1-1 Section 04. Attach signs to the perimeter fencing every 150 feet warning the public of the presence of construction hazards. Signs must require unauthorized persons to keep out of the construction site. Correct the data required by safety signs daily.
2.2 TEMPORARY TRAFFIC CONTROL
2.2.1 Haul Roads
Construct access and haul roads necessary for proper prosecution of the work under this contract in accordance with EM 385-1-1 Section 04.
Construct with suitable grades and widths; sharp curves, blind corners, and dangerous cross traffic are be avoided. Submit haul road plan for approval. Provide necessary lighting, signs, barricades, and distinctive markings for the safe movement of traffic. The method of dust control, although optional, must be adequate to ensure safe operation at all times.
Location, grade, width, and alignment of construction and hauling roads are subject to approval by the Contracting Officer. Lighting must be adequate to assure full and clear visibility for full width of haul road and work areas during any night work operations.
2.2.2 Barricades
Erect and maintain temporary barricades to limit public access to hazardous areas. Whenever safe public access to paved areas such as roads, parking areas or sidewalks is prevented by construction activities or as otherwise necessary to ensure the safety of both pedestrian and vehicular traffic barricades will be required. Securely place barricades clearly visible with adequate illumination to provide sufficient visual warning of the hazard during both day and night.
2.3 FENCING
Provide fencing along the construction site and at all open excavations and tunnels to control access by unauthorized personnel. Safety fencing must be highly visible to be seen by pedestrians and vehicular traffic.
Specific fencing requirements are as described herein. All fencing will meet the requirements of EM 385-1-1.
2.3.1 Polyethylene Mesh Safety Fencing
Temporary safety fencing must be a high visibility orange colored, high density polyethylene grid, a minimum of 48 inches high and maximum mesh size of 2 inches. Fencing must extend from the grade to a minimum of 48 inches above the grade and be tightly secured to T-posts spaced as necessary to maintain a rigid and taut fence. Fencing must remain rigid and taut with a minimum of 200 pounds of force exerted on it from any direction with less than 4 inches of deflection.
2.3.2 Chain Link Panel Fencing
Temporary panel fencing must be galvanized steel chain link panels 6 feet
SECTION 01 50 00 Page 7 high. Multiple fencing panels may be linked together at the bases to form long spans as needed. Each panel base must be weighted down using sand bags or other suitable materials in order for the fencing to withstand anticipated winds while remaining upright. Fencing must remain rigid and taut with a minimum of 200 pounds of force exerted on it from any direction with less than 4 inches of deflection.
2.3.3 Post-Driven Chain Link Fencing
Temporary post-driven fencing must be galvanized chain link fencing 6 feet high supported by an tightly secured to galvanized steel posts driven below grade. Fence posts must be located on minimum 10 foot centers. Posts may be set in various surfaces such as sand, soil, asphalt or concrete as necessary. Chain link fencing must remain rigid and taut with a minimum of 200 pounds of force exerted on it from any direction with less than 4 inches of deflection. Fencing and posts must be completely removed at the completion of construction and any surfaces disturbed or damaged must be restored to its original condition. Underground utilities must be located and identified prior to setting fence posts. Fence must be equipped with a lockable gate.Gate must remain locked when construction personnel are not present.
2.4 TEMPORARY WIRING
Provide temporary wiring in accordance with EM 385-1-1 Section 11, NFPA 241 and NFPA 70. Include monthly inspection and testing of all equipment and apparatus.
2.5 BACKFLOW PREVENTERS
Reduced pressure principle type conforming to the applicable requirements AWWA C511. Provide backflow preventers complete with 150 pound cast iron, bronze mounted gate valve and strainer, stainless steel or bronze, internal parts. The particular make, model/design, and size of backflow preventers to be installed must be included in the latest edition of the List of Approved Backflow Prevention Assemblies issued by the FCCCHR List and be accompanied by a Certificate of Full Approval from FCCCHR List. After installation conduct Backflow Preventer Tests and provide test reports verifying that the installation meets the FCCCHR Manual Standards.
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 EMPLOYEE PARKING
Construction contract employees will park privately owned vehicles in an area designated by the Contracting Officer. This area will be within reasonable walking distance of the construction site. Employee parking must not interfere with existing and established parking requirements of the government installation.
3.2 TEMPORARY BULLETIN BOARD
Locate the bulletin board at the project site in a conspicuous place easily accessible to all employees, as approved by the Contracting Officer.
3.3 AVAILABILITY AND USE OF UTILITY SERVICES
3.3.1 Temporary Utilities
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Provide temporary utilities required for construction. Materials may be new or used, must be adequate for the required usage, not create unsafe conditions, and not violate applicable codes and standards.
3.3.2 Payment for Utility Services
a. The Government will make all reasonably required utilities available from existing outlets and supplies, as specified in the contract.
Unless otherwise stated in the contract, each utility service is provided without charge. Carefully conserve any utilities furnished without charge.
b. The point at which the Government will deliver such utilities or services and the quantity available is as indicated. Pay all costs incurred in connecting, converting, and transferring the utilities to the work. Make connections, including providing backflow-preventing devices on connections to domestic water lines; providing meters; and providing transformers; and make disconnections.
3.3.3 Meters and Temporary Connections
Provide and maintain necessary temporary connections, distribution lines, and meter bases (Government will provide meters) required to measure the amount of each utility used for the purpose of determining charges.
Notif y the Contracting Officer, in writing, 5 working days before final electrical connection is desired so that a utilities contract can be established. The Government will provide a meter and make the final hot connection after inspection and approval of the Contractor's temporary wiring installation.
Do not make the final electrical connection.
3.3.4 Advance Deposit (non-applicable)
3.3.5 Final Meter Reading(non-applicable)
3.3.6 Utilities at Special Locations (non-applicable)
3.3.7 Utility Services for Diego Garcia Projects (non-applicable)
3.3.8 Utility Services for Wake Island (non-applicable)
3.3.9 Telephones at Midway, Wake, and Diego Garcia (non-applicable)
3.3.10 Electricity
Provide connections, sized to provide service required for power and lighting. Locate feeder and branch wiring with area distribution boxes so that power is available throughout the project site by use of power cords.
Provide lighting as required for safe and secure operations. Electricity used will be furnished by the Government
3.3.11 Water
Make connections to existing facilities to provide water for construction purposes. Water used will be furnished by the Government.
3.3.12 Sanitation
a. Provide and maintain within the construction area minimum
SECTION 01 50 00 Page 9 field-type sanitary facilities approved by the Contracting Officer and periodically empty wastes into a municipal, district, or station sanitary sewage system, or remove waste to a commercial facility.
Obtain approval from the system owner prior to discharge into any municipal, district, or commercial sanitary sewer system. Any penalties or fines associated with improper discharge will be the responsibility of the Contractor. Coordinate with the Contracting Officer and follow station regulations and procedures when discharging into the station sanitary sewer system. Maintain these conveniences at all times. Include provisions for pest control and elimination of odors. Government toilet facilities will not be available to Contractor's personnel.
b. Provide toilet/sanitation and temporary sewer facilities in accordance with EM 385-1-1 Section 02. Ventilate the units to control odors and fumes and empty and clean them at least once a week or more often if required by the Contracting Officer. Provide self-closing doors. The exterior of the unit shall match the base standard color. Locate the facility behind the construction fence or out of the public view.
3.3.13 Telephone
Make arrangements and pay all costs for telephone facilities desired.
3.3.14 Obstruction Lighting of Cranes
Provide a minimum of 2 aviation red or high intensity white obstruction lights on temporary structures (including cranes) over 100 feet above ground level. Light construction and installation must comply with FAA AC 70/7460-1. Lights must be operational during periods of reduced visibility, darkness, and as directed by the Contracting Officer.
Follow guidance in Travis AFB Temporary Airfield Construction Waiver.
3.3.15 Fire Protection
Provide temporary fire protection equipment for the protection of personnel and property during construction. Remove debris and flammable materials weekly to minimize potential hazards.
3.4 TRAFFIC PROVISIONS
3.4.1 Maintenance of Traffic
a. Conduct operations in a manner that will not close any thoroughfare or interfere in any way with traffic on railways or highways except with written permission of 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. The plan must be in accordance with State and local regulations and the MUTCD, Part VI. [Make all notifications and obtain any permits required for modification to traffic movements outside Station's jurisdiction.]. Contractor may move oversized and slow-moving vehicles to the worksite provided requirements of the highway authority have been met.
b. Conduct work so as to minimize obstruction of traffic, and maintain traffic on at least half of the roadway width at all times. Obtain approval from the Contracting Officer prior to starting any activity that will obstruct traffic.
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c. Provide, erect, and maintain, at contractors expense, lights, barriers, signals, passageways, detours, and other items, that may be required by the Life Safety Signage, overhead protection authority having jurisdiction.
3.4.2 Protection of Traffic
Maintain and protect traffic on all affected roads during the construction period except as otherwise specifically directed by the Contracting Officer. Measures for the protection and diversion of traffic, including the provision of watchmen and flagmen, erection of barricades, placing of lights around and in front of equipment the work, and the erection and maintenance of adequate warning, danger, and direction signs, will be as required by the State and local authorities having jurisdiction. Protect the traveling public from damage to person and property. Minimize the interference with public traffic on roads selected for hauling material to and from the site. Investigate the adequacy of existing roads and their allowable load limit. Contractor is responsible for the repair of any damage to roads caused by construction operations.
3.4.3 Rush Hour Restrictions
Do not interfere with the peak traffic flows (0600-0800, 1400-1600) without notification to and approval by the Contracting Officer.
3.4.4 Dust Control
Dust control methods and procedures must be approved by the Contracting Officer. Coordinate dust control methods with 01 57 19
TEMPORARY ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROLS.
3.5 CONTRACTOR'S TEMPORARY FACILITIES
Contractor-owned or -leased trailers must be identified by Government assigned numbers. Size and location of the number will comply with approval of Community Planner. Apply the number to the trailer within 14 calendar days of notification, or sooner, if directed by the Government. Temporary facilities will meet requirements as identified in EM 385-1-1 Section 04.
3.5.1 Quality Control Manager Records and Field Office
Provide on the jobsite an office for the exclusive use of the QC Manager.
File quality control records in the office and make available at all times to the Government. After completion of the work, remove the entire structure from the site.
3.5.2 Safety Systems
Protect the integrity of any installed safety systems or personnel safety devices. Obtain prior approval from Contracting Officer if entrance into systems serving safety devices is required. If it is temporarily necessary to remove or disable personnel safety devices in order to accomplish contract requirements, provide alternative means of protection prior to removing or disabling any permanently installed safety devices or equipment and obtain approval from the Contracting Officer.
3.5.3 Administrative Field Offices
Provide and maintain administrative field office facilities within the
SECTION 01 50 00 Page 11 construction area at the designated site. Government office and warehouse facilities will [not] be available to the Contractor's personnel.
3.5.4 Storage Area
Construct a temporary 6 foot high chain link fence around trailers and materials. Include plastic strip inserts, colored brown, so that visibility through the fence is obstructed. Fence posts may be driven, in lieu of concrete bases, where soil conditions permit. Do not place or store trailers, materials, or equipment outside the fenced area unless such trailers, materials, or equipment are assigned a separate and distinct storage area by the Contracting Officer away from the vicinity of the construction site but within the installation boundaries. Trailers, equipment, or materials must not be open to public view with the exception of those items which are in support of ongoing work on any given day. Do not stockpile materials outside the fence in preparation for the next day's work. Park mobile equipment, such as tractors, wheeled lifting equipment, cranes, trucks, and like equipment within the fenced area at the end of each work day.
3.5.5 Supplemental Storage Area
Upon request, and pending availability, the Contracting Officer will designate another or supplemental area for the use and storage of trailers, equipment, and materials. This area may not be in close proximity of the construction site but will be within the installation boundaries. The area will be maintained in a clean and orderly fashion and secured if needed to protect supplies and equipment. Utilities will not be provided to this area by the Government.
3.5.6 Appearance of Trailers
a. Trailers which are rusted, have peeling paint or are otherwise in need of repair will not be allowed on Installation property. Trailers must present a clean and neat exterior appearance and be in a state of good repair.
b. [Paint in accordance with facility standards] and maintain the temporary facilities. Failure to do so will be sufficient reason to require their removal.
3.5.7 Trailers or Storage Buildings (non-applicable)
3.5.8 Maintenance of Storage Area
a. Keep fencing in a state of good repair and proper alignment. Grassed or unpaved areas, which are not established roadways, and will be traversed with construction equipment or other vehicles, will be covered with a layer of gravel as necessary to prevent rutting and the tracking of mud onto paved or established roadways, should the Contractor elect to traverse them with construction equipment or other vehicles. Mow and maintain grass located within the boundaries of the construction site for the duration of the project. Grass and vegetation along fences, buildings, under trailers, and in areas not accessible to mowers will be edged or trimmed neatly.
b. Cut grass (or annual weeds) within the construction and storage sites to a maximum 4 inch height at least once a week during the growing season, whether or not area is visible to the public to assist in rodent control. Trim the grass around fences at time of grass cutting. Maintain grass or weeds on stockpiled earth as
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3.5.9 New Building (non-applicable)
3.5.10 Security Provisions
Provide adequate outside security lighting at the temporary facilities.
The Contractor will be responsible for the security of its own equipment.
3.5.11 Storage Size and Location
The site available for storage must be confined to the indicated operations area and approved by the Contracting Officer. Submit request for square area required in writing to the Contracting Officer.
3.5.12 Storage in Existing Buildings
The Contractor will be working around existing buildings; the storage of material will not be allowed in the building. Provide 8 foot high security fence with a lockable gate around the storage area. Remove at the completion of work.
3.5.13 Weather Protection of Temporary Facilities and Stored Materials
Take necessary precautions to ensure that roof openings and other critical openings in the building are monitored carefully. Take immediate actions required to seal off such openings when rain or other detrimental weather is imminent, and at the end of each workday. Ensure that the openings are completely sealed off to protect materials and equipment in the building from damage.
3.5.13.1 Building and Site 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 must include, but are not limited to, closing openings;
removing loose materials, tools and equipment from exposed locations; and removing or securing scaffolding and other temporary work. Close openings in the work when storms of lesser intensity pose a threat to the work or any nearby Government property.
3.6 GOVERNMENT FIELD OFFICE (non-applicable)
3.7 PLANT COMMUNICATIONS
Whenever the individual elements of the plant are located so that operation by normal voice between these elements is not satisfactory, install a satisfactory means of communication, such as telephone or other suitable devices and make available for use by Government personnel.
3.8 TEMPORARY PROJECT SAFETY FENCING
As soon as practicable, but not later than 15 days after the date established for commencement of work, furnish and erect temporary project safety fencing at the work site. Maintain the safety fencing during the life of the contract and, upon completion and acceptance of the work, remove from the work site.
3.9 DUMPSTERS
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Equip dumpsters with a secure cover and paint the standard installation color. Keep dumpster closed, except when being loaded with trash and debris. Locate dumpsters behind the construction fence or out of the public view. Empty site dumpsters at least once a week, or as needed to keep the site free of debris and trash. If necessary, provide 200 liter 55 gallon trash containers painted the darker installation color to collect debris in the construction site area. For large demolitions, large dumpsters without lids are acceptable, but must not have debris higher than the sides before emptying.
3.10 CLEANUP
Remove construction debris, waste materials, packaging material and the like from the work site daily. Any dirt or mud which is tracked onto paved or surfaced roadways must be cleaned away. Store any salvageable materials resulting from demolition activities within the fenced area described above or at the supplemental storage area. Neatly stack stored materials not in trailers, whether new or salvaged.
3.11 RESTORATION OF STORAGE AREA
Upon completion of the project remove the bulletin board, signs, barricades, haul roads, and any other temporary products from the site.
After removal of trailers, materials, and equipment from within the fenced area, remove the fence. Restore areas used during the performance of the contract to the original or better condition. Remove gravel used to traverse grassed areas and restore the area to its original condition, including top soil and seeding as necessary.
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