Attachment 7 - Technical Specification 02 82 14.00 10 - Asbestos Hazard Control Activities.pdf

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JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD DESIGN STANDARDS

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Design Requirements I-Corps and Joint Base Lewis-McChord is committed to protect and conserve the environment. All maintenance, repair and construction work on the installation will comply with all applicable environmental policy, laws, and regulations; identify potential sources of pollution and meet or exceed Army goals for prevention of pollution and minimize adverse environmental impacts.

Notes to Designers on Drawing Content Provide ACM abatement plans as required to show locations of samples taken/location of hazardous materials. These may be attached to appropriate specification section with survey data or incorporated into the Contract drawings if complexity warrants.

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ASBESTOS HAZARD CONTROL ACTIVITIES

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 NATIONAL STANDARDS INSTITUTE (ANSI)

ANSI Z9.2 (2001) Fundamentals Governing the Design and Operation of Local Exhaust Ventilation Systems

AMERICAN SOCIETY OF SAFETY ENGINEERS (ASSE/SAFE)

ASSE/SAFE Z87.1 (2003) Standard for Occupational and Educational Eye and Face Protection

ASTM INTERNATIONAL (ASTM)

ASTM D 1331 (1989; R 2001) Surface and Interfacial Tension of Solutions of Surface-Active Agents

ASTM D 4397 (2008) Standard Specification for Polyethylene Sheeting for Construction, Industrial, and Agricultural Applications

ASTM E 1368 (2005e1) Visual Inspection of Asbestos Abatement Projects

COMPRESSED GAS ASSOCIATION (CGA)

CGA G-7 (2008) Compressed Air for Human Respiration

NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION (NFPA)

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NFPA 701 (2004) Fire Tests for Flame Propagation of Textiles and Films

NATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH (NIOSH)

NIOSH 94-113 (1994; 4th Ed) NIOSH Manual of Analytical Methods

U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS (USACE)

EM 385-1-1 (2008) Safety and Health Requirements Manual

EP 1110-1-11 (1997; Change 1) Asbestos Abatement Detail Sheet 19 Certification of Final Cleaning and Visual Inspection

U.S. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA)

EPA 340/1-90/018 (1990) Asbestos/NESHAP Regulated Asbestos Containing Materials Guidance

U.S. NATIONAL ARCHIVES AND RECORDS ADMINISTRATION (NARA)

29 CFR 1910.134 Respiratory Protection

29 CFR 1910.141 Sanitation

29 CFR 1910.147 Control of Hazardous Energy (Lock Out/Tag Out)

29 CFR 1926.1101 Asbestos

29 CFR 1926.32 Safety and Health Regulations for Construction - Definition

40 CFR 61 National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants

40 CFR 763 Asbestos

42 CFR 84 Approval of Respiratory Protective Devices

49 CFR 107 Hazardous Materials Program Procedures

49 CFR 171 General Information, Regulations, and Definitions

49 CFR 172 Hazardous Materials Table, Special Provisions, Hazardous Materials Communications, Emergency Response Information, and Training Requirements

49 CFR 173 Shippers - General Requirements for Shipments and Packagings

UNDERWRITERS LABORATORIES (UL)

UL 586 (1996; Rev thru Aug 2008) Standard for High-Efficiency Particulate, Air Filter Units

PUGET SOUND CLEAN AIR AGENCY (PSCAA)

PSCAA Regulation III Article 4, Asbestos Regulation

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WASHINGTON STATE ADMINISTRATIVE CODE (WAC)

WAC 296-62-077 General Occupational Health Standards: Asbestos, Tremolite, Anthophyllite, and Actinolite

1.2 DEFINITIONS

1.2.1 Amended Water

Water containing a wetting agent or surfactant with a surface tension of at least 29 dynes per square centimeter when tested in accordance with ASTM D 1331.

1.2.2 Asbestos-Containing Material (ACM)

Any materials containing more than one percent asbestos.

1.2.3 Authorized Person

Any person authorized by the contractor and required by work duties to be present in the regulated areas.

1.2.4 Building Inspector

Individual who inspects buildings for asbestos and has EPA Model Accreditation Plan (MAP) "Building Inspector" training; accreditation required by 40 CFR 763, Subpart E, Appendix C, has EPA/State certification/license as a "Building Inspector".

1.2.5 Class I Asbestos Work

Activities defined by OSHA involving the removal of thermal system insulation (TSI) and surfacing ACM.

1.2.6 Class II Asbestos Work

Activities defined by OSHA involving the removal of ACM which is not thermal system insulation or surfacing material. This includes, but is not limited to, the removal of asbestos-containing wallboard, floor tile and sheeting, roofing and siding shingles, and construction mastic. Certain "incidental" roofing materials such as mastic, flashing and cements when they are still intact are excluded from Class II asbestos work. Removal of small amounts of these materials which would fit into a glovebag may be classified as a Class III job.

1.2.7 Class III Asbestos Work

Activities defined by OSHA that involve repair and maintenance operations, where ACM, including TSI and surfacing ACM, is likely to be disturbed.

Operations may include drilling, abrading, cutting a hole, cable pulling, crawling through tunnels or attics and spaces above the ceiling, where asbestos is actively disturbed or asbestos-containing debris is actively disturbed.

1.2.8 Class IV Asbestos Work

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Maintenance and custodial construction activities during which employees contact but do not disturb ACM and activities to clean-up dust, waste and debris resulting from Class I, II, and III activities. This may include dusting surfaces where ACM waste and debris and accompanying dust exists and cleaning up loose ACM debris from TSI or surfacing ACM following construction

1.2.9 Clean Room

An uncontaminated room having facilities for the storage of employees' street clothing and uncontaminated materials and equipment.

1.2.10 Competent Person

In addition to the definition in 29 CFR 1926.32(f), a person who is capable of identifying existing asbestos hazards as defined in 29 CFR 1926.1101, selecting the appropriate control strategy, has the authority to take prompt corrective measures to eliminate them and has EPA Model Accreditation Plan (MAP) “Contractor/Supervisor" training; has EPA/State certification/license as a “Contractor/Supervisor".

1.2.11 Contractor/Supervisor

Individual who supervises asbestos abatement work and has EPA Model Accreditation Plan “Contractor/Supervisor" training; has EPA/State certification as a “Contractor/Supervisor".

1.2.12 Critical Barrier

One or more layers of plastic sealed over all openings into a regulated area or any other similarly placed physical barrier sufficient to prevent airborne asbestos in a regulated area from migrating to an adjacent area.

1.2.13 Decontamination Area

An enclosed area adjacent and connected to the regulated area and consisting of an equipment room, shower area, and clean room, which is used for the decontamination of workers, materials, and equipment that are contaminated with asbestos.

1.2.14 Demolition

The wrecking or taking out of any load-supporting structural member and any related razing, removing, or stripping of asbestos products.

1.2.15 Disposal Bag

A 6 mil thick, leak-tight plastic bag, pre-labeled in accordance with 29 CFR 1926.1101, used for transporting asbestos waste from containment to disposal site.

1.2.16 Disturbance

Activities that disrupt the matrix of ACM, crumble or pulverize ACM, or generate visible debris from ACM. Disturbance includes cutting away small amounts of ACM, no greater than the amount, which can be contained in 1

SECTION 02 82 14 Page 5 standard sized glovebag or waste bag, not larger than 60 inches in length and width in order to access a building component.

1.2.17 Equipment Room or Area

An area adjacent to the regulated area used for the decontamination of employees and their equipment.

1.2.18 Fiber

A fibrous particulate, 5 micrometers or longer, with a length to width ratio of at least 3 to 1.

1.2.19 Friable ACM

A term defined in 40 CFR 61, Subpart M and EPA 340/1-90/018 meaning any material which contains more than 1 percent asbestos, as determined using the method specified in 40 CFR 763, Polarized Light Microscopy (PLM), that when dry, can be crumbled, pulverized, or reduced to powder by hand pressure.

1.2.20 Glovebag

Not more than a 60 by 60 inch impervious plastic bag-like enclosure affixed around an asbestos-containing material, with glove-like appendages through which material and tools may be handled.

1.2.21 High-Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) Filter

A filter capable of trapping and retaining at least 99.97 percent of all mono-dispersed particles of 0.3 micrometers in diameter.

1.2.22 Intact

ACM which has not crumbled, been pulverized, or otherwise deteriorated so that the asbestos is no longer likely to be bound with its matrix. Removal of "intact" asphaltic, resinous, cementitious products does not render the ACM non-intact simply by being separated into smaller pieces.

1.2.23 Model Accreditation Plan (MAP)

USEPA training accreditation requirements for persons who work with asbestos as specified in 40 CFR 763.

1.2.24 Negative Initial Exposure Assessment

A demonstration by the contractor to show that employee exposure during an operation is expected to be consistently below the OSHA Permissible Exposure Limits (PELs).

1.2.25 NESHAP

National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants. The USEPA NESHAP regulation for asbestos is at 40 CFR 61, Subpart M.

1.2.26 Nonfriable ACM

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A NESHAP term defined in 40 CFR 61, Subpart M and EPA 340/1-90/018 meaning any material containing more than 1 percent asbestos that, when dry, cannot be crumbled, pulverized or reduced to powder by hand pressure.

1.2.27 Nonfriable ACM (Category I)

A NESHAP term defined in 40 CFR 61, Subpart E and EPA 340/1-90/018 meaning asbestos-containing packings, gaskets, resilient floor covering, and asphalt roofing products containing more than 1 percent asbestos.

1.2.28 Nonfriable ACM (Category II)

A NESHAP term defined in 40 CFR 61, Subpart E and EPA 340/1-90/018 meaning any material, excluding Category I nonfriable ACM, containing more than 1 percent asbestos.

1.2.29 Permissible Exposure Limits (PELs)

1.2.29.1 PEL-Time Weighted Average(TWA)

Concentration of asbestos not in excess of 0.1 fibers per cubic centimeter of air (f/cc) as an 8-hour time weighted average (TWA).

1.2.29.2 PEL-Excursion Limit

An airborne concentration of asbestos not in excess of 1.0 f/cc of air as averaged over a sampling period of 30 minutes.

1.2.30 Regulated Area

An OSHA term defined in 29 CFR 1926.1101 meaning an area established by the contractor to demarcate areas where Class I, II, and III asbestos work is conducted; also any adjoining area where debris and waste from such asbestos work accumulate; and an area within which airborne concentrations of asbestos exceed, or there is a reasonable possibility they may exceed, the permissible exposure limit.

1.2.31 Removal

All operations where ACM is taken out or stripped from structures or substrates, and includes demolition operations.

1.2.32 Repair

Overhauling, rebuilding, reconstructing, or reconditioning of structures or substrates, including encapsulation or other repair of ACM attached to structures or substrates.

1.2.33 Surfacing ACM

Asbestos-containing material, which contains more than 1% asbestos and is sprayed-on, troweled-on, or otherwise applied to surfaces, such as acoustical plaster on ceilings and fireproofing materials on structural members, or other materials on surfaces for acoustical, fireproofing, or other purposes.

1.2.34 Thermal System Insulation (TSI) ACM

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ACM which contains more than 1% asbestos and is applied to pipes, fittings, boilers, breeching, tanks, ducts, or other interior structural components to prevent heat loss or gain or water condensation.

1.2.35 Transite

A generic name for asbestos cement wallboard and pipe.

1.2.36 Worker

Individual (not designated as the Competent Person or a supervisor) who performs asbestos work and has completed asbestos worker training required by 29 CFR 1926.1101, to include EPA Model Accreditation Plan (MAP) "Worker" training; accreditation if required by the OSHA Class of work to be performed or by the state where the work is to be performed.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

Government approval is required for submittals with a "G" designation;

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. The following shall be submitted in accordance with Section 01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES:

SD-02 Shop Drawings

Detailed Drawings; G

Descriptions, detailed drawings, and site layout to include worksite containment area(s), local exhaust systems locations, decontamination units and load-out units, other temporary waste storage facility, access tunnels, location of temporary utilities (electrical, water, sewer) and boundaries of each regulated area.

SD-03 Product Data

Asbestos Waste Shipment Records; G

Weight Bills and Delivery Tickets; G

Waste shipment records, weight bills and delivery tickets.

Encapsulants; G

Respiratory Protection Program; G

Cleanup and Disposal; G

Manufacturer's catalog data for all materials and equipment to be used, including brand name, model, capacity, performance characteristics and any other pertinent information. Test results and certificates from the manufacturer of encapsulants substantiating compliance with performance requirements of this specification. Material Safety Data Sheets for all chemicals to be used onsite in the same format as implemented in the contractor's HAZARD COMMUNICATION PROGRAM. Data shall include, but shall not be limited to, the following items:

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a. High Efficiency Filtered Air (HEPA) local exhaust equipment.

b. Vacuum cleaning equipment.

c. Pressure differential monitor for HEPA local exhaust equipment.

d. Air monitoring equipment.

e. Respirators.

f. Personal protective clothing and equipment.

g. Glovebags. Written manufacturer's proof that glovebags will not break down under expected temperatures and conditions.

h. Duct Tape.

i. Disposal Containers.

j. Sheet Plastic.

k. Wetting Agent.

l. Strippable Coating.

m. Prefabricated Decontamination Unit.

n. Material Safety Data Sheets (for all chemicals proposed).

o. Mastic Remover.

Submit manufacturer documentation indicating type and percentage of bio-based content or written justification of non-use per paragraph 1.23.5.

Qualifications; G

A written report providing evidence of qualifications for personnel, facilities and equipment assigned to the work.

Training Program

A copy of the written project site-specific training material as indicated in 29 CFR 1926.1101 that will be used to train onsite employees.

Licenses, Permits and Notifications; G

Licenses, permits, and notifications.

SD-06 Test Reports

Exposure Assessment and Air Monitoring; G

Initial exposure assessments, negative exposure assessments, air-monitoring results and documentation.

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Local Exhaust System.

Pressure differential recordings.

SD-07 Certificates

Local Exhaust System.

Manufacturer's certifications showing compliance with ANSI Z9.2 for:

a. Vacuums.

b. Water filtration equipment.

c. Ventilation equipment.

d. Other equipment required to contain airborne asbestos fibers.

Encapsulants; G

Certificates stating that encapsulants meet the applicable specified performance requirements.

Medical Surveillance Requirements.

Required medical certification and the Physician's written opinion.

1.4 DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This section covers all operations in which asbestos-containing materials (ACM) are encountered. These procedures and equipment are required to protect workers and building occupants from airborne asbestos fibers and ACM dust and debris. Activities include OSHA Class I Class II Class III Class IV work operations. This section also includes containment, storage, transportation and disposal of the generated ACM wastes. The contractor shall submit Detailed Drawings in accordance with EP 1110-1-11 and as specified in the Submittals paragraph. When the detail sheets are not attached to this specification, the contractor can get them from the web at:

http://www.usace.army.mil/inet/usace-docs/eng-pamphlets/esp1110-1-11/toc.htm

1.4.1 Abatement Work Tasks

The specific ACM to be abated is identified on the Delivery Order plans, project drawings, and surveys.

1.4.2 Unexpected Discovery of Asbestos

For any previously untested building components suspected to contain asbestos and located in areas impacted by the work, the contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer (CO) who will have the option of ordering up to 10 bulk samples to be obtained at the contractor's expense and delivered to a laboratory accredited under the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) "National Voluntary Laboratory Accreditation Program (NVLAP)" and analyzed by PLM. If the asbestos content is less than 10 percent, as determined by a method other than point counting, the asbestos content shall be verified by point counting. Any additional components

SECTION 02 82 14 Page 10 identified as ACM that have been approved by the CO for removal shall be removed by the contractor and will be paid for by an equitable adjustment to the contract price under the CONTRACT CLAUSE titled "changes". Sampling shall be conducted by personnel who have successfully completed the EPA Model Accreditation Plan (MAP) "Building Inspector" training course and is EPA/State certified/licensed as a "Building Inspector".

1.4.2.1 Additional Sampling

The contractor shall provide the test results of any additional asbestos bulk samples taken during the execution of this contract to PW-ED-TSM.

Asbestos bulk sampling (surveys) are required to be performed in accordance with applicable sections 29 CFR 1926.1101, WAC 296-62-077, PSCAA Regulation III, Article 4, 40 CFR 763.

1.4.3 Wallboard/Joint Compound

Both composite samples of the wallboard and discrete samples of the components (wallboard and joint compound) have been tested. The results are indicated in the survey documents.

1.5 QUALIFICATIONS

1.5.1 Written Qualifications and Organization Report

The contractor shall furnish a written qualifications and organization report providing evidence of qualifications of the contractor, contractor's Project Supervisor, Designated Competent Person, supervisors and workers;

Designated IH; independent testing laboratory; all subcontractors to be used including disposal transportation and disposal facility firms, subcontractor supervisors, subcontractor workers; and any others assigned to perform asbestos abatement and support activities. The report shall include an organization chart showing the contractor's staff organization chain of command and reporting relationship with all subcontractors. The report shall be signed by the contractor, the contractor's onsite project manager, Designated Competent Person, Designated IH, designated testing laboratory and the principals of all subcontractors to be used. The contractor shall include the following statement in the report: "By signing this report I certify that the personnel I am responsible for during the course of this project fully understand the contents of 29 CFR 1926.1101, 40 CFR 61, Subpart M, and the federal, state and local requirements for those asbestos abatement activities that they will be involved in."

1.5.2 Specific Requirements

The contractor shall designate in writing, personnel meeting the following qualifications:

1.5.2.1 Asbestos Abatement Contractor

The contractor shall be certified/licensed by applicable state agencies to perform asbestos-related activities.

1.5.2.2 Designated Competent Person

Evidence that the full-time Designated Competent Person is qualified in accordance with 29 CFR 1926.32 and 29 CFR 1926.1101, has EPA MAP

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“Contractor/Supervisor" training accreditation, has EPA/State certification/license as a “Contractor/Supervisor" and is experienced in the administration and supervision of asbestos abatement projects, including exposure assessment and monitoring, work practices, abatement methods, protective measures for personnel, setting up and inspecting asbestos abatement work areas, evaluating the integrity of containment barriers, placement and operation of local exhaust systems, ACM generated waste containment and disposal procedures, decontamination units installation and maintenance requirements, site safety and health requirements, notification of other employees onsite, etc. The Designated Competent Person shall be responsible for compliance with applicable federal, state, and local requirements, the contractor's Accident Prevention Plan (APP) and Asbestos Hazard Abatement Plan (AHAP). The contractor shall submit, the “Contractor/Supervisor" course completion certificate and the most recent certificate for required refresher training, EPA/State certification/license with the employee "Certificate of Worker Acknowledgment". The contractor shall submit evidence that this person has a minimum of 2 years of on-the-job asbestos abatement experience relevant to OSHA competent person requirements. The Designated Competent Person shall be onsite at all times during the conduct of this project.

1.5.2.3 Project and Other Supervisors

Evidence that the Project Supervisor and other supervisors have EPA MAP “Contractor/Supervisor" training accreditation. The contractor shall submit, the “Contractor/Supervisor" course completion certificate and the most recent certificate for required refresher training, EPA/State certification/license with the employee "Certificate of Worker Acknowledgment". The contractor shall submit evidence that the Project Supervisor has a minimum of 2 years of on-the-job asbestos abatement experience relevant to project supervisor responsibilities and the other supervisors have a minimum of 1 year on-the-job asbestos abatement experience commensurate with the responsibilities they will have on this project.

1.5.2.4 Designated Industrial Hygienist

The contractor shall provide the resume for the Industrial Hygienist (IH) selected to prepare the contractor's AHAP, prepare and perform training, direct air monitoring and assist the contractor's Competent Person in implementing and ensuring that safety and health requirements are complied with during the performance of all required work. The Designated IH shall be a person who is board certified in the practice of industrial hygiene as determined and documented by the American Board of Industrial Hygiene (ABIH), has EPA MAP “Contractor/Supervisor" training accreditation, has EPA/State certification/license, and has a minimum of 2 years of comprehensive experience in planning and overseeing asbestos abatement activities. The contractor shall submit, the “Contractor/Supervisor" course completion certificate and the most recent certificate for required refresher training and EPA/State certification/license with the employee "Certificate of Worker Acknowledgment". The Designated IH shall be completely independent from the contractor according to federal, state, or local regulations; that is, shall not be a contractor's employee or be an employee or principal of a firm in a business relationship with the contractor negating such independent status. A copy of the Designated IH's current valid ABIH certification shall be included. The Designated IH shall visit the site at least once per week for the duration of asbestos

SECTION 02 82 14 Page 12 activities and shall be available for emergencies. In addition, the contractor shall submit resumes of additional IH's and industrial hygiene technicians (IHT) who will be assisting the Designated IH in performing onsite tasks. IHs and IHTs supporting the Designated IH shall have a minimum of 2 years of practical onsite asbestos abatement experience. The formal reporting relationship between the Designated IH and the support IHs and IHTs, the Designated Competent Person, and the contractor shall be indicated.

1.5.2.5 Asbestos Abatement Workers

Asbestos abatement workers shall meet the requirements contained in 29 CFR 1926.1101, 40 CFR 61, Subpart M, and other applicable federal, state and local requirements. Worker training documentation shall be provided as required on the "Certificate of Workers Acknowledgment".

1.5.2.6 Worker Training and Certification of Worker Acknowledgment

Training documentation is required for each employee who will perform OSHA Class I, Class II, Class III, or Class IV asbestos abatement operations.

Such documentation shall be submitted on a contractor generated form titled "Certificate of Workers Acknowledgment", to be completed for each employee in the same format and containing the same information as the example certificate at the end of this section. Training course completion certificates (initial and most recent update refresher) required by the information checked on the form shall be attached.

1.5.2.7 Physician

The contractor shall provide the resume of the physician who will or has performed the medical examinations and evaluations of the persons who will conduct the asbestos abatement work tasks. The physician shall be currently licensed by the state where the workers will be or have been examined, have expertise in pneumoconiosis and shall be responsible for the determination of medical surveillance protocols and for review of examination/test results performed in compliance with 29 CFR 1926.1101. The physician shall be familiar with the site's hazards and the scope of this project.

1.5.2.8 Independent Testing Laboratory

The contractor shall identify the independent testing laboratory selected to perform the sample analyses and report the results. The testing laboratory shall be completely independent from the contractor as recognized by federal, state, or local regulations. Written verification of the following criteria, signed by the testing laboratory principal and the contractor, shall be submitted:

(1) Phase contrast microscopy (PCM): The laboratory is fully equipped and proficient in conducting PCM of airborne samples using the methods specified by 29 CFR 1926.1101, OSHA method ID-160, the most current version of NIOSH 94-113 Method 7400. The laboratory shall be currently judged proficient (classified as acceptable) in counting airborne asbestos samples by PCM by successful participation in each of the last 4 rounds in the American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA) Proficiency Analytical Testing (PAT) Program or by participating in the AIHA PAT Program, and being judged proficient in counting samples.

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(2) Polarized light microscopy (PLM): The laboratory is fully equipped and proficient in conducting PLM analyses of suspect ACM bulk samples in accordance with 40 CFR 763, Subpart E, Appendix E; the laboratory is currently accredited by NIST under the NVLAP for bulk asbestos analysis and will use analysts with demonstrated proficiency to conduct PLM analyses.

(3) Transmission electron microscopy (TEM): The laboratory is fully equipped and proficient in conducting TEM analysis of airborne samples using the mandatory method specified by 40 CFR 763, Subpart E, Appendix E; the laboratory is currently accredited by NIST under the NVLAP for airborne sample analysis of asbestos by TEM; the laboratory will use analysts with demonstrated proficiency under NVLAP and is proficient in conducting analysis for low asbestos concentration, enhanced analysis of floor tiles and bulk materials where multiple layers are present, using an improved EPA test method titled, "Method for the Determination of Asbestos in Bulk Building Materials".

(4) PCM/TEM: The laboratory is fully equipped and each analyst is proficient in conducting PCM and TEM analysis of airborne samples using NIOSH 94-113 Method 7400 PCM and NIOSH 94-113 Method 7402 (TEM confirmation of asbestos content of PCM results) from the same filter.

1.5.2.9 Disposal Facility, Transporter

The contractor shall provide written evidence that the landfill to be used is approved for asbestos disposal by the USEPA and state and local regulatory agencies. Copies of signed agreements between the contractor (including subcontractors and transporters) and the asbestos waste disposal facility to accept and dispose of all asbestos containing waste shall be provided. The contractor and transporters shall meet the DOT requirements of 49 CFR 171, 49 CFR 172, and 49 CFR 173 as well as registration requirements of 49 CFR 107 and other applicable state or local requirements. The disposal facility shall meet the requirements of 40 CFR 61, Sections .154 or.155, as required in 40 CFR 61 150(b), and other applicable state or local requirements.

1.5.3 Federal, State or Local Citations on Previous Projects

The contractor and all subcontractors shall submit a statement, signed by an officer of the company, containing a record of any citations issued by Federal, State or local regulatory agencies relating to asbestos activities (including projects, dates, and resolutions); a list of penalties incurred through non-compliance with asbestos project specifications, including liquidated damages, overruns in scheduled time limitations and resolutions;

and situations in which an asbestos-related contract has been terminated (including projects, dates, and reasons for terminations). If there are none, a negative declaration signed by an officer of the company shall be provided.

1.6 REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS

In addition to detailed requirements of this specification, work performed under this contract shall comply with EM 385-1-1, applicable federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, criteria, rules and regulations regarding handling, storing, transporting, and disposing of asbestos waste materials.

Matters of interpretation of standards shall be submitted to the appropriate

SECTION 02 82 14 Page 14 administrative agency for resolution before starting work. Where the requirements of this specification, applicable laws, criteria, ordinances, regulations, and referenced documents vary, the most stringent requirements shall apply.

1.7 SAFETY AND HEALTH PROGRAM AND PLANS

The contractor shall prepare a written comprehensive site-specific Accident Prevention Plan (APP) at least 30 days prior to the preconstruction conference. The APP shall be in accordance with the format and requirements in Appendix A of EM 385-1-1. The APP shall incorporate an Asbestos Hazard Abatement Plan (AHAP), and Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs) as separate appendices into one site-specific document. The APP shall take into consideration all the individual asbestos abatement work tasks identified in Table 1.

1.7.1 Asbestos Hazard Abatement Plan Appendix

The AHAP shall include, but not be limited to, the following:

a. The personal protective equipment to be used;

b. The location and description of regulated areas including clean and dirty areas, access tunnels, and decontamination unit (clean room, shower room, equipment room, storage areas such as load-out unit);

c. Initial exposure assessment in accordance with 29 CFR 1926.1101;

d. Level of supervision;

e. Method of notification of other employers at the worksite;

f. Abatement method to include containment and control procedures;

g. Interface of trades;

h. Sequencing of asbestos related work;

i. Storage and disposal procedures and plan;

j. Type of wetting agent and asbestos encapsulant;

k. Location of local exhaust equipment;

l. Air monitoring methods (personal, environmental and clearance);

m. Bulk sampling and analytical methods (if required);

n. A detailed description of the method to be employed in order to control the spread of ACM wastes and airborne fiber;

o. Fire and medical emergency response procedures;

p. The security procedures to be used for all regulated areas.

1.7.2 Activity Hazard Analyses Appendix

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AHAs for each major phase of work shall be submitted and updated during the project. The AHAs format shall be in accordance with Figure 1-1 of EM 385-1-

1. The analysis shall define the activities to be performed for a major phase of work, identify the sequence of work, the specific hazards anticipated, and the control measures to be implemented to eliminate or reduce each hazard to an acceptable level. Work shall not proceed on that phase until the AHA has been accepted and a preparatory meeting has been conducted by the contractor to discuss its contents with everyone engaged in the activities, including the onsite Government representatives. The AHAs shall be continuously reviewed and, when appropriate, modified to address changing site conditions or operations.

1.8 PRECONSTRUCTION CONFERENCE

The contractor and the contractor's Designated Competent Person, Project Supervisor, and Designated IH shall meet with the Contracting Officer (CO) prior to beginning work at a safety preconstruction conference to discuss the details of the contractor's submitted APP to include the AHAP and AHAs appendices. Deficiencies in the APP will be discussed. Onsite work shall not begin until the APP has been accepted.

1.9 SECURITY

Fenced and locked security areas shall be provided for each regulated area.

A logbook shall be kept documenting entry into and out of the regulated area. Entry into regulated areas shall only be by personnel authorized by the contractor and the CO. Personnel authorized to enter regulated areas shall be trained, medically evaluated, and wear the required personal protective equipment.

1.10 MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE REQUIREMENTS

Medical surveillance requirements shall conform to 29 CFR 1926.1101.

Asbestos workers shall be enrolled in a medical surveillance program that meets 29 CFR 1926.1101 (m) requirements and other pertinent state or local requirements. This requirement shall have been satisfied within the last 12 months.

1.11 TRAINING PROGRAM

The contractor shall establish a training program as specified by EPA MAP, training requirements at 40 CFR 763,WAC 296-62-077 WAC 296-65, OSHA requirements at 29 CFR 1926.1101 (k)(9). Contractor employees shall complete the required training for the type of work they are to perform and such training shall be documented and provided to the CO.

a. Class I and II operations 32 hours Asbestos Worker Training.

b. Class II generic removal 8 hour Asbestos Worker Training.

c. Class III operations 16 hour O&M Training.

d. Class IV operations 2 hour Awareness Training.

Prior to commencement of work the contractor's Designated IH and Competent Person shall instruct each worker about:

a. The hazards and health effects of the specific types of ACM to be abated; and

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b. The content and requirements of the contractor's APP to include the AHAP and AHAs and site-specific safety and health precautions.

1.12 RESPIRATORY PROTECTION PROGRAM

The contractor's Designated IH shall establish in writing, and implement a respiratory protection program in accordance with 29 CFR 1926.1101 and 29 CFR 1910.134. The contractor's Designated IH shall establish minimum respiratory protection requirements based on measured or anticipated levels of airborne asbestos fiber concentrations.

1.12.1 Respiratory Fit Testing

The contractor's Designated IH shall conduct a qualitative or quantitative fit test conforming to Appendix A of 29 CFR 1910.134 for each worker required to wear a respirator, and any authorized visitors who enter a regulated area where respirators are required to be worn. A respirator fit test shall be performed prior to initially wearing a respirator and every 12 months thereafter. If physical changes develop that will affect the fit, a new fit test shall be performed. Functional fit checks shall be performed each time a respirator is put on and in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendation.

1.12.2 Respirator Selection and Use Requirements

The contractor shall provide respirators, and ensure that they are used as required by 29 CFR 1926.1101 and in accordance with CGA G-7 and the manufacturer's recommendations. Respirators shall be approved by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health NIOSH, under the provisions of 42 CFR 84, for use in environments containing airborne asbestos fibers. For air-purifying respirators, the particulate filter shall be high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA)/(N-,R-,P-100). The initial respirator selection and the decisions regarding the upgrading or downgrading of respirator type shall be made by the contractor's Designated IH based on the measured or anticipated airborne asbestos fiber concentrations to be encountered.

1.13 LICENSES, PERMITS AND NOTIFICATIONS

Necessary licenses, permits and notifications shall be obtained in conjunction with the project's asbestos abatement, transportation, and disposal actions and timely notification furnished of such actions as required by federal, state, regional, and local authorities. The contractor shall notify the local air pollution control district/agency state OSHA program and the CO in writing, at least 10 days prior to the commencement of work, in accordance with 40 CFR 61, Subpart M, and state and local requirements to include the mandatory "Notification of Demolition and Renovation Record" form and other required notification documents.

Notification shall be by Certified Mail, Return Receipt Requested. The contractor shall furnish copies of the receipts to the CO, in writing, prior to the commencement of work. Local fire department shall be notified 3 days before fireproofing material is removed from a building and the notice shall specify whether the material contains asbestos or does not contain asbestos.

The contractor is responsible for the associated fees/costs for licenses, permits, and notifications. Additional information and local air pollution control authority permit forms may be found at the following web site:

https://secure.pscleanair.org/asbestos/

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1.13.1 Permits Required Prior to Work

Prior to the contractor beginning work on the project:

a. Copies of all approved permits for asbestos removal. All asbestos permit applications must indicate the building number and street name of the project site. If a permit application has multiple buildings included on it, all the building numbers and street names must be included. The contractor shall indicate the following address on the permit application under property owner: PUBLIC WORKS, ATTN: IMWE-LEW-

PWE, MS 17, BOX 339500, JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD, WA, 98433-9500.

b. Friable asbestos permits. Permits for friable asbestos abatement projects may be obtained from PW-ED-Toxic Substances Management (TSM) if the asbestos abatement project involves less than 159 SF or 259 LF of friable asbestos, per building/project in a calendar year. POC’s Kelly Rosacrans (966-1776) or Mike Roberts (966-1775) can assist by issuing and approving internal permits. When internal asbestos removal permits are issued through PW-ED-TSM, no fees will be associated with the permit. The permit would be in lieu of a PSCAA permit. Friable abatement projects exceeding the internal permit limitations (those projects >159SF,>259LF) must obtain permits directly from PSCAA prior to starting the work.

c. Non-friable asbestos permits. All non-friable asbestos abatement projects require a removal permit from PW-ED-TSM prior to the project start. Contact the PW-ED-TSM POCs listed above for the non-friable permits.

1.13.2 Project Completion Notification

Upon project completion:

a. A building floor plan and quantity summary sheet showing the exact locations where asbestos has been removed and/or encapsulated and approximate location of asbestos remaining as per the survey provided.

b. Copies of laboratory analysis results for clearance sampling and air monitoring including pre-abatement, area, and personal air samples.

c. All job site entry logs or other documentation indicating who worked at or entered the regulated work site.

d. Internal abatement permits, friable and non-friable, must be completed and returned to PW-ED-TSM immediately upon completion of the project.

1.14 PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

Three complete sets of personal protective equipment shall be made available to the CO and authorized visitors for entry to the regulated area. The CO and authorized visitors shall be provided with training equivalent to that provided to contractor employees in the selection, fitting, and use of personal protective equipment and the site safety and health requirements.

Contractor workers shall be provided with personal protective clothing and equipment and the contractor shall ensure that it is worn properly. The

SECTION 02 82 14 Page 18 contractor's Designated IH and Designated Competent Person shall select and approve all the required personal protective clothing and equipment.

1.14.1 Respirators

Respirators shall be in accordance with paragraph RESPIRATORY PROTECTION

PROGRAM.

1.14.2 Whole Body Protection

Personnel exposed to or having the potential to be exposed to airborne concentrations of asbestos that exceed the PELs, or for all OSHA Classes of work for which a required negative exposure assessment is not produced, shall be provided with whole body protection and such protection shall be worn properly. Disposable whole body protection shall be disposed of as asbestos contaminated waste upon exiting from the regulated area. Reusable whole body protection worn shall be either disposed of as asbestos contaminated waste upon exiting from the regulated area or be properly laundered in accordance with 29 CFR 1926.1101. The contractor’s Designated Competent Person, in consultation with the Designated IH, has the authority to take immediate action to upgrade or downgrade whole body protection when there is an immediate danger to the health and safety of the wearer.

1.14.2.1 Coveralls

Disposable-impermeable coveralls with a zipper front shall be provided.

Sleeves shall be secured at the wrists, and foot coverings secured at the ankles.

1.14.2.2 Gloves

Gloves shall be provided to protect the hands where there is the potential for hand injuries (i.e., scrapes, punctures, cuts, etc.).

1.14.2.3 Foot Coverings

Cloth socks shall be provided and worn next to the skin. Footwear, as required by OSHA and EM 385-1-1, that is appropriate for safety and health hazards in the area shall be worn. Reusable footwear removed from the regulated area shall be thoroughly decontaminated or disposed of as ACM waste.

1.14.2.4 Head Covering

Hood type disposable head covering shall be provided. In addition, protective head gear (hard hats) shall be provided as required. Hard hats shall only be removed from the regulated area after being thoroughly decontaminated.

1.14.2.5 Protective Eye Wear

Eye protection shall be provided, when operations present a potential eye injury hazard, and shall meet the requirements of ASSE/SAFE Z87.1.

1.15 HYGIENE FACILITIES AND PRACTICES

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The contractor shall establish a decontamination area for the decontamination of employees, material, and equipment. The contractor shall ensure that employees enter and exit the regulated area through the decontamination area.

1.15.1 3-Stage Decontamination Area

The decontamination unit shall have an equipment room and a clean room separated by a shower that complies with 29 CFR 1910.141, unless the contractor can demonstrate that such facilities are not feasible. Equipment and surfaces of containers filled with ACM shall be cleaned prior to removing them from the equipment room or area. Two separate lockers shall be provided for each asbestos worker, one in the equipment room and one in the clean room. The contractor shall provide a minimum of 2 showers. Wastewater shall be collected and filtered to remove asbestos contamination. Filtered water shall be discharged to the sanitary sewer system. Wastewater filters shall be installed in series with the first stage pore size of 20 microns and the second stage pore size of 5 microns. The floor of the decontamination unit's clean room shall be kept dry and clean at all times.

Proper housekeeping and hygiene requirements shall be maintained. Soap and towels shall be provided for showering, washing and drying. Any cloth towels provided shall be disposed of as ACM waste or shall be laundered in accordance with 29 CFR 1926.1101.

1.15.2 Load-Out Unit

The load-out unit shall be attached in a leak-tight manner to each regulated area.

1.15.3 Single Stage Decontamination Area

A decontamination area (equipment room/area) shall be provided for Class I work involving less than 25 feet or 10 square feet of TSI or surfacing ACM, and for Class II and Class III asbestos work operations where exposures exceed the PELs or where there is no negative exposure assessment. The equipment room or area shall be adjacent to the regulated area for the decontamination of employees, material, and their equipment that could be contaminated with asbestos. The area shall be covered by an impermeable drop cloth on the floor or horizontal working surface. The area must be of sufficient size to accommodate cleaning of equipment and removing personal protective equipment without spreading contamination beyond the area.

1.15.4 Decontamination Area Exit Procedures

The contractor shall ensure that the following procedures are followed:

a. Before leaving the regulated area, remove all gross contamination and debris from work clothing using a HEPA vacuum.

b. Employees shall remove their protective clothing in the equipment room and deposit the clothing in labeled impermeable bags or containers for disposal and/or laundering.

c. Employees shall not remove their respirators until showering.

d. Employees shall shower prior to entering the clean room. If a shower has not been located between the equipment room and the clean room or the

SECTION 02 82 14 Page 20 work is performed outdoors, the contractor shall ensure that employees engaged in Class I asbestos jobs: a) Remove asbestos contamination from their work suits in the equipment room or decontamination area using a HEPA vacuum before proceeding to a shower that is not adjacent to the work area; or b) Remove their contaminated work suits in the equipment room, without cleaning work suits, and proceed to a shower that is not adjacent to the work area.

1.15.5 Smoking

Smoking, if allowed by the contractor, shall only be permitted in designated areas approved by the CO.

1.16 REGULATED AREAS

All Class I, II, and III asbestos work shall be conducted within regulated areas. The regulated area shall be demarcated to minimize the number of persons within the area and to protect persons outside the area from exposure to airborne asbestos. Access to regulated areas shall be limited to authorized persons. The contractor shall control access to regulated areas, ensure that only authorized personnel enter, and verify that contractor required medical surveillance, training and respiratory protection program requirements are met prior to allowing entrance.

1.17 WARNING SIGNS AND TAPE

Warning signs and tape printed in English shall be provided at the regulated boundaries and entrances to regulated areas. Signs shall be located to allow personnel to read the signs and take the necessary protective steps required before entering the area. Warning signs, and displaying the following legend in the lower panel:

DANGER

ASBESTOS

CANCER AND LUNG DISEASE HAZARD

AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL ONLY

RESPIRATORS AND PROTECTIVE CLOTHING ARE REQUIRED IN THIS AREA

1.18 WARNING LABELS

Warning labels shall be affixed to all asbestos disposal containers, asbestos materials, scrap, waste debris, and other products contaminated with asbestos. Containers with preprinted warning labels conforming to requirements are acceptable.

1.19 LOCAL EXHAUST SYSTEM

Local exhaust units shall conform to ANSI Z9.2 and 29 CFR 1926.1101. Filters on local exhaust system equipment shall conform to ANSI Z9.2 and UL 586.

Filter shall be UL labeled.

1.20 TOOLS

Vacuums shall be equipped with HEPA filters, of sufficient capacity and necessary capture velocity at the nozzle or nozzle attachment to efficiently collect, transport and retain the ACM waste material. Power tools shall not be used to remove ACM unless the tool is equipped with effective, integral

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HEPA filtered exhaust ventilation capture and collection system. Reusable tools shall be thoroughly decontaminated prior to being removed from regulated areas.

1.21 RENTAL EQUIPMENT

If rental equipment is to be used, written notification shall be provided to the rental agency, concerning the intended use of the equipment, the possibility of asbestos contamination of the equipment and the steps that will be taken to decontaminate such equipment.

1.22 AIR MONITORING EQUIPMENT

The contractor’s Designated IH shall approve air monitoring equipment. The equipment shall include, but shall not be limited to:

a. High-volume sampling pumps that can be calibrated and operated at a constant airflow up to 16 liters per minute.

b. Low-volume, battery powered, body-attachable, portable personal pumps that can be calibrated to a constant airflow up to approximately 3.5 liters per minute, and a self-contained rechargeable power pack capable of sustaining the calibrated flow rate for a minimum of 10 hours. The pumps shall also be equipped with an automatic flow control unit, which shall maintain a constant flow, even as filter resistance increases due to accumulation of fiber and debris on the filter surface.

c. Single use standard 25 mm diameter cassette, open face, 0.8 micron pore size, mixed cellulose ester membrane filters and cassettes with 50 mm electrically conductive extension cowl, and shrink bands for personal air sampling.

d. Single use standard 25 mm diameter cassette, open face, 0.45 micron pore size, mixed cellulose ester membrane filters and cassettes with 50 mm electrically conductive cowl, and shrink bands when conducting environmental area sampling using NIOSH 94-113 Methods 7400 and 7402, (and the transmission electric microscopy method specified at 40 CFR 763 if required).

e. A flow calibrator capable of calibration to within plus or minus 2…