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SECTION TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 10 - SPECIALTIES

SECTION 10 81 13

BIRD BARRIER NETTING

04/18

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SUBMITTALS

1.2 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

1.3 QUALITY CONTROL

1.3.1 Installer Qualifications

1.3.2 Manufacturer Qualifications

1.3.3 Fabricator Qualifications

1.4 PROJECT CONDITIONS

1.5 WARRANTY

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 PRODUCT SUSTAINABILITY CRITERIA

2.1.1 Recycled Content

2.2 MATERIALS

2.2.1 Bird Barrier Netting

2.2.2 Bird Netting Hardware

2.2.2.1 Net Cable and Connection Hardware

2.2.2.2 Corner Hardware (Anchoring)

2.2.2.3 Cable Guide Hardware

2.2.2.4 Finishing Hardware

2.3 DESIGN AND FABRICATION

2.3.1 Bird Barrier System

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION

3.2 BIRD BARRIER SYSTEM INSTALLATION

-- End of Section Table of Contents --

SECTION 10 81 13 Page 1

SECTION 10 81 13

BIRD BARRIER NETTING

04/18

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 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. Submittals with an "S" are for inclusion in the Sustainability eNotebook, in conformance to Section 01 33 29 SUSTAINABILITY REPORTING. Submit the following in accordance with Section 01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES:

SD-02 Shop Drawings

Bird Barrier Netting; G

Bird Netting Hardware; G

SD-03 Product Data

Bird Barrier Netting; G

Bird Netting Hardware; G

SD-05 Design Data

Bird Barrier Netting; G

SD-11 Closeout Submittals

Recycled Content; S

1.2 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

Deliver materials in manufacturer's original, unopened containers or packaging with labels intact and legible. Deliver, store and handle materials so as to prevent damage. Replace damaged or defective materials with new.

1.3 QUALITY CONTROL

1.3.1 Installer Qualifications

An authorized representative of the bird barrier netting manufacturer for installation of units required for this project.

1.3.2 Manufacturer Qualifications

Manufacturer shall design, engineer, and fabricate bird barrier netting to withstand the tensions required using the materials specified to provide a nonsagging installation.

SECTION 10 81 13 Page 2

1.3.3 Fabricator Qualifications

Shop that employs skilled workers who custom-fabricate products similar to those required for this project and whose products have a record of successful in-service performance.

1.4 PROJECT CONDITIONS

Field Measurements: Verify existing openings by field measurements before fabrication and indicate measurements on Shop Drawings. Coordinate with draft curtains, lights, ceiling fans, heaters, structural elements, and roof access ladder. Coordinate installation with all disciplines.

1.5 WARRANTY

Manufacturers Warranty for Materials and Workmanship: Provide warranty where manuacturer agrees to repair or replace components that fail in materials and installer agrees repair or replace systems that fail due to workmanship within specified warranty period.

a. Manufacturer's Warranty: Ten year material warranty.

b. Installer's Warranty: Two-year warranty for workmanship.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 PRODUCT SUSTAINABILITY CRITERIA

For products in this section, where applicable and to extent allowed by performance criteria, provide and document the following:

2.1.1 Recycled Content

Recycled content is identified for some products in this section; provide documentation in accordance with Section 01 33 29 SUSTAINABILITY REPORTING paragraph RECYCLED CONTENT.

2.2 MATERIALS

2.2.1 Bird Barrier Netting

Provide bird netting fabricated from high density polyethylene (HPDE) that is abrasion, UV, flame (NFPA 701 compliant) and rot resistant water proof netting. Provide hardware, and other items necessary for a complete, useable and rigid installation.

a. Construction: Heavy duty, knotted 3/41 1/8" square mesh netting. Netting comprised of 12 ply (4x3) strands with 75 pounds knotted breaking strength. Provide seamless and borderless edges for perimeter fastening.

b. Mesh color: White

c. Mesh size: 3/41 1/8" square mesh

d. Netting Panel Size: 50 feet x 100 feet (maximum size)

e. Warranty: 10 year manufacturer's warranty

f. Thermal and Physical Properties

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Softening Point: 250 degrees F Melting Point: 293 degrees F Flash Point: 660 degrees F Specific gravity: 0.96 Chemically inert. Resistant t acids and alkalis at room temperature.

2.2.2 Bird Netting Hardware

2.2.2.1 Net Cable and Connection Hardware

a. Net Cable: Aircraft grade, all stainless steel, 7x7 (49 strand), 3/32" diameter cable with 900 lb. breaking strength.

b. Turnbuckles: Stainless steel, hooka dn eye turnbuckles. Size of the turnbuckle determined by the maximum continuous cable length of any one cable run.

c. Ferrules: Manufacturers standard corrosion resistant

d. Wire Rope Clamps: Stainless steel wire rope clamps for 3/32" diameter cable for all loop connections, 2 clamps per cable loop connection.

e. Cable Thimble: Forged stainless steel Cable Thimble for 3/32" diameter cable.

2.2.2.2 Corner Hardware (Anchoring)

a. Eyebolts: Extreme duty stainless steel eyebolt, 2" long, 9/16" I.D. with 1/4-20 NC threads adn stainless steel hex nut. Maximum distance between eyebolts: 50 feet.

2.2.2.3 Cable Guide Hardware

a. Small Eyebolts: Heavy duty, stainless steel, 1-3/8" long x 9/32" I.D.

with stainless steel hex nut. Maximum spacing: 24" O.C.

b. Stainless Steel Angle Bracket: 90 degree stainless steel angle bracket with two (2) holes - one for mounting, the other for the cable. Fasten with the appropriate fastener. Use stainless steel screws.

c. HD Stainless Steel Cable Clamp: A heavy duty saw-tooth edge clamp that fits up to 3/4" thick steel. Routes the Net Cable parallel to the outer edges of beams, plates and other structural steel flanges. Contact manufacturer for installation guidelines.

d. Stainless Steel J-Clamp: A J-shaped strap of stainlss steel with mounting and cable guide holes. Fasten with stainless steel screws.

Apply adhesive/sealer over head of installed hardware.

2.2.2.4 Finishing Hardware

a. Net Rings: Manufacturers standard stainless steel net rings used to attach the netting mesh to the cables, to close openings in the netting mesh and to fasten the Net Zippers to the nettng. Net ring quantity requirements per attachment:

Netting to Cable: 16 net rings per foot (each netting mesh).

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Lapped Seams: 32 net rings per foot.

b. Net Zipper Installation: 32 net rings per foot (1 ring per mesh on each side of zipper).

Heavy duty, marine grade, white with 3/4" heavy fabric tape, open top and auto lock slider.

2.3 DESIGN AND FABRICATION

2.3.1 Bird Barrier System

Delegated Design: Design Bird Barrier System using the materials indicated to prevent access of birds to the building structure as indicated on the drawings, without overstressing the primary, secondary, or tertiary structural members, without puncturing any air or vapor barriers, without damage to the coatings on the structure that would cause corrosion and at safe distances from heat producing equipment. Fabricate bird barrier netting that is abrasion, UV, flame and rot resistant water proof. Provide corrosion resistant hardware, and other items necessary for a complete, useable and rigid installation; provide removable/adjustable access to roof ladder(s) and mezzanine(s); accomodate penetrations for utilies, piping, electrical fixture/conduit, and/or hanging supports for these items.

Coordinate installation will all disciplines.

Review contract drawings to define all areas, surfaces or objects that may require maitnenance or periodic replacement after the bird netting is installed (i.e. lights, electrical equipment, etc.). Design system to employ the appropriate nettng accessories to allow access behind the installed netting system, where required.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION

Examine structural components and conditions for compliance with requirements for, installation tolerances, finishes and other conditions affecting performance of work. Ensure all surfaces enclosed by bird netting are clean. Notify the COR of any unsatisfactory conditions.

Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.

3.2 BIRD BARRIER SYSTEM INSTALLATION

Hardware: Install the bird barrier netting hardware as recommended by manufacturer. General order of installation is to install all the Corner hardware, cable guides adn connection hardware. Run the Net Cable through the net hardware. leavet he turnbuckles loose.

Netting: Install bird barrier netting as recommended by the manufacturer.

Cut the K-net HT to fit the area. Where multiple pieces are needed, join the pieces together with the manufacturer recommended hardware. Use the specialized hardware to fasten the netting mesh to the perimeter andsupport cables. Tighten the turnbuckles to eliminate any wrinkles in the netting.

Install bird barrier system to avoid contact with equipment, particularly heat producing equipment such as radiant heaters, etc. Make necessary adjustments to keep netting a sufficient distance from these objects or

SECTION 10 81 13 Page 5 conditions.

Ensure installation is taught, free of wrinkles, gaps and openings.

-- End of Section --

SECTION 10 81 13 Page 6

Revised by Amendment

SECTION TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 11 - EQUIPMENT

SECTION 11 24 29

RIGID TROLLEY BEAM RAIL FALL PROTECTION SYSTEM

10/13

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 RELATED SECTIONS

1.2 REFERENCES

1.3 SUBMITTALS

1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE

1.5 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

1.5.1 Storage and Protection

1.6 SEQUENCING

1.7 WARRANTY

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

2.1.1 Design Requirements

2.1.2 Shop Drawings and Calculations

2.1.2.1 Shop Drawings

2.1.2.2 Calculations

2.1.3 Performance Requirements

2.1.3.1 Structural Performance

2.1.4 General Requirements

2.1.5 Restraint Rigid Rails

2.1.6 Fall Arrest Rigid Rail(s)

2.1.7 Sub-System Requirements

2.1.8 Rigid Rails

2.2 MANUFACTURERS

2.3 MATERIALS

2.3.1 Product

2.3.2 Supporting Structure

2.3.2.1 Fabrication

2.3.2.2 Finishes

2.4 RIGID RAIL DESIGN

2.5 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE DATA

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 INSTALLATION

3.2 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

3.3 ADJUSTMENTS AND FINAL INSPECTION

3.4 OPERATOR TRAINING

3.5 MAINTENANCE, INSPECTION AND TESTING

-- End of Section Table of Contents --

SECTION 11 24 29 Page 1

SECTION 11 24 29

RIGID TROLLEY BEAM RAIL FALL PROTECTION SYSTEM

10/13

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 RELATED SECTIONS

Section 05 12 00 - Structural Steel.

1.2 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 Z359.1 (2007) Safety Requirements for Personal Fall Arrest Systems, Subsystems and Components

ANSI Z359.2 (2007) Minimum Requirements for a Comprehensive Managed Fall Protection Program

ANSI Z359.6 (2009) Specifications and Design Requirements for Active Fall Protection Systems.

ANSI Z359.12 (2009) Connecting Components for Personal Fall Arrest Systems

ANSI Z359.13 (2009) Personal Energy Absorbers and Energy Absorbing Lanyards

ANSI Z359.14 (2012) Safety Requirements for Self-Retracting Devices for Personal Fall Arrest and Rescue Systems.

ASTM INTERNATIONAL (ASTM)

ASTM A36/A36M (2012) Standard Specification for Carbon Structural Steel

ASTM A500/A500M (2010a) Standard Specification for Cold-Formed Welded and Seamless Carbon Steel Structural Tubing in Rounds and Shapes

ASTM A53/A53M (2012) Standard Specification for Pipe, Steel, Black and Hot-Dipped, Zinc-Coated, Welded and Seamless

ASTM A325 (2010) Standard Specification for Structural Bolts, Steel, Heat Treated, SECTION 11 24 29 Page 2

120/105 ksi Minimum Tensile Strength

ASTM A193/A193M (2012a) Standard Specification for Alloy-Steel and Stainless Steel Bolting Materials for High-Temperature Service and Other Special Purpose Applications

ASTM A123/A123M (2012) Standard Specification for Zinc (Hot-Dip Galvanized) Coatings on Iron and Steel Products

AMERICAN WELDING SOCIETY (AWS)

AWS D1.1/D1.1M (2012; Errata 2011) Structural Welding Code - Steel

International Building Code (IBC)

IBC (2009) Building Design Manual

American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE/SEI)

ASCE/SEI 7 (2005) Minimum Design Loads for Buildings and Other Structures

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. Submit the following in accordance with Section 01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES:

SD-02 Shop Drawings

Shop Drawings; G ROAE

SD-03 Product Data

Preparation Instructions and Recommendations; G RO

Storage and Handling Requirements and Recommendations; G RO

Installation Methods; G RO

SD-05 Design Data

Design Data; G RO

Calculations; G RO

SD-08 Manufacturer's Instructions

Material Safety Data; G RO

SD-10 Operation and Maintenance Data

List of Equipment Replacement Parts; G, RO

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Technical Information for Servicing Equipment; G RO

As-Constructed Drawings; G RO

Operating Procedures; G RO

Rescue Plan; G RO

1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE

a. Single Source: Obtain all materials and equipment required under this section from a single supplier.

b. Designer/Installer Qualifications: Engage a single firm to assume undivided responsibility for the design and fabrication of all fall protection system components. Firm shall have a minimum of 5 years documented experience in the fabrication of such components similar to that required for this project. Additionally, the firm shall have a minimum of 5 years documented experience in the installation of such components and who offers a regular inspection and maintenance service on such systems.

c. Design Engineer: Employ a firm with a minimum of 10 years experience designing fall protection systems with a minimum of 5 systems installed in the previous 12 months. Who employs a registered Professional Engineer (PE), with evidence of being the principal PE on at least 3 fall arrest systems which have been in use for no less than 1 year prior to bid closing date.

d. Professional Engineer and Fall Protection Qualified Person: Shall oversee the fall protection systems' design, such that all component items meet the "Structural Performance" requirements, including sizing and spacing of all attachments to the building structure and verify the design is compliant with all applicable OSHA and ANSI standards.

Additionally, they must prepare, stamp and sign all required calculations; while also approving the system designer's drawings

e. Welding to be executed by certified welders in accordance with AWS requirements.

1.5 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

Material delivery shall be coordinated with all effected entities.

1.5.1 Storage and Protection

Store originally packaged materials in a cool, dry, and protected location.

Materials shall be in new condition and show no signs of damage.

1.6 SEQUENCING

Ensure that products of this section are supplied to affected trades in time to prevent interruption of construction progress.

1.7 WARRANTY

Manufacturer's standard year warranty for materials and workmanship.

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PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

a. Type of system required: Rigid Trolley Beam Rail

b. System location: Provide direct attachment to bottom chord of steel truss at hangars. Locate attachment at truss panel points. At corrosion control hangar, for rails above wings, provide direct attachment to mechanical equipment platform steel hangers. Attachment to walkable ceiling is not permitted.

c. Maximum number of workers on system at one time: 4 person above each wing, 4 persons above the fuselage, 2 persons above the tail.

d. Systems environmental exposure: Rails shall be painted unless otherwise specified by the base.

e. Workers task while on the system: Workers will walk on airplane and perform maintenance on airplane.

f. Type of fall protection required: Fall Arrest

g. Range of movement while on the system: Uninterrupted movement throughout the entire length of the system

h. Additional components: All attaching devices necessary for the number of workers specified in section C above.

i. Color required: Safety Yellow

2.1.1 Design Requirements

Fall protection rigid rails shall comply with current applicable OSHA, ANSI, IWCA, and state regulations and standards.

The fall protection system and any supporting structure shall be designed by fall protection manufacturer with experience in rigid trolley beam fall protection systems for aircraft hangars.

2.1.2 Shop Drawings and Calculations

The Professional Engineer who oversaw the design of the system shall affix their professional seal to each drawing and calculation package issued.

2.1.2.1 Shop Drawings

Show the layout of the system including where the system is located and the complete assembly of all components. Include a specification of the number, location, and qualifications of workers using the system. Clearly specify the equipment dimensions, materials, fabrication details, hardware, and installation instructions.

2.1.2.2 Calculations

Calculations shall be prepared under the supervision of a registered Professional Engineer and Qualified Person. Include a statement defining the type of system and indicating that the design is in accordance with the requirements of ANSI Z359.6

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2.1.3 Performance Requirements

The Fall Protection System shall be designed to allow users to walk the entire length of the system without catching or binding. The system shall be designed to support required number of users in case of a fall and to prevent the users from free falling more than 6 feet. All components shall be designed by the fall protection system supplier and shall meet the applicable requirements of ANSI standards, IWCA standards, and OSHA regulations.

2.1.3.1 Structural Performance

Structure supporting a rigid rail system must be capable of withstanding design loads as required by governing regulations and codes. Where component design loads are specified herein, they represent design minimum requirements.

All rigid rails shall be designed with a minimum 2:1 safety factor.

2.1.4 General Requirements

a. Rigid trolley beam fall protection system shall be designed under the supervision of a licensed Professional Engineer with experience in rigid beam trolley beam systems. Fall protection system shall be installed under the supervision of a Qualified Person. (Refer to Quality Assurance section below for definition of a Qualified Person).

b. The rigid rail must be level (less than a 5% grade).

c. Engineers shall, at minimum determine the performance of the system when a fall occurs on the shortest span (largest forces) and the longest span (largest total fall distance) in the system.

d. Anchorages for rigid rails systems shall be verified and designed, prior to use, by a licensed Professional Engineer with experience and training in designing and using rigid rails systems.

e. Rigid rail shall satisfy the seismic conditions for nonstructural components as described by ASCE/SEI 7 and the most current edition of the IBC. No exceptions can be taken if the system is required to function for life-safety purposes after an earthquake.

f. Brackets and supports shall be attached to the structure with appropriate anchors of proper size to adequately support the intended load.

g. The rigid rail shall comply with the manufacturer's design requirements.

2.1.5 Restraint Rigid Rails

Restraint rigid rails shall be designed per ANSI Z359.2 & ANSI Z359.6:

a. The rigid rail shall prevent workers from reaching and falling into any open hole or off the edge of a working surface.

b. The rigid rail shall comply with the requirements for fall arrest rigid rails as indicated in this document.

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c. Where a worker is using a full body harness the force on the worker's body shall not exceed 400 lbs.Maximum arresting force shall be 900 lbs.

d. The use of fall restraint systems shall be limited to surfaces at or less than a slope of 4:12 from the horizontal. This is so a fall will not result in dynamic loading on the fall restraint system or where the authorized person could end up being suspended vertically from the system.

2.1.6 Fall Arrest Rigid Rail(s)

Fall Arrest rigid rail(s) shall be designed per ANSI Z359.2 & ANSI Z359.6:

a. The selection, design, and installation of fall arrest rigid rails shall be performed under the supervision of a Qualified Person.

b. Fall arrest rigid rails shall have the strength capable of sustaining static loads applied to the trolley at the system's worst case loading of at least two times the maximum arresting force.

c. When more than one user is attached to a rigid rail, the strengths set forth in b. above shall be multiplied by the number of users attached to the system.

d. The swing fall shall comply with ANSI Z359.6 section 5.3

e. The clearance safety margin shall comply with ANSI Z359.6 7.2.6.2

2.1.7 Sub-System Requirements

a. Harnesses and Vertical Lifelines (VLLs) used with the system shall comply with ANSI Z359.1

b. Connecting Components (carabiners and snaphooks) used with the system shall comply with ANSI Z359.12

c. Energy Absorbing Lanyards (EALs) used with the system shall comply with ANSI Z359.13

d. Self Retracting Lifelines (SRLs) used with the system shall comply with ANSI Z359.14

2.1.8 Rigid Rails

Rigid rails shall be used exclusively for their designed use and shall be marked to prevent other uses.

The design shall take into consideration the potential uses of and loads on the rigid rail, in order to facilitate the prompt rescue of workers who may fall while attached to the system.

2.2 MANUFACTURERS

Manufacturers shall comply with the Quality Assurance section of this documentation.

All supporting structure which connects the rigid rail to the super structure shall be designed by:

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2.3 MATERIALS

Provide data sheets on each product to be used, including:

a. Preparation instructions and recommendations.

b. Storage and handling requirements and recommendations

c. Installation methods

2.3.1 Product

a. The system shall be a complete and turnkey complying with the performance and design criteria of this document.

b. Components: All system components shall be ASTM A36/A36M steel.

c. The Fall Protection System shall be attached to the supporting structure with appropriate fasteners. The fasteners shall be designed to support a load on the fall protection system of 2 times the maximum design load without failure.

d. Provide all designed sub-system items per Section 1.5 (B) of this document.

2.3.2 Supporting Structure

Structural Components shall comply with the applicable standards:

a. Structural Steel: ASTM A36/A36M

b. Structural Tubing: ASTM A500/A500M Grade B

c. Structural Bars, Plates, Shapes, and Sheet Piling: ASTM A36/A36M

d. Piping: ASTM A53/A53M

Fasteners shall comply with the applicable standards:

a. Structural Bolts: ASTM A325

b. Alloy-Steel and Stainless Steel Bolting: ASTM A193/A193M

Flashing and Sealing Material shall comply with the applicable standards:

Material substitutions shall be better than or equal to the requirements found in this section.

2.3.2.1 Fabrication

a. Fabricate work true to dimension, square, plumb, level, and free from distortion or defects detrimental to performance.

b. Coordinate the system with supporting structure.

c. Welding:

I. AWS D1.1/D1.1M as applicable.

II. If Butt welds are used, then surplus welding material is to be ground off to ensure exposed surfaces are smooth. Fillet welds shall not be ground.

III. Slag is to be removed from the materials surface.

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2.3.2.2 Finishes

a. Hot Dipped Galvanizing: Comply with ASTM A123/A123M.

b. Powder Coat: Safety Yellow

2.4 RIGID RAIL DESIGN

Rigid rail design shall comply with the Design Requirement section of this document. Steel design shall comply with AISC 14th ed. Fall protection systems attached onto an existing or new structure shall comply with IBC 2009 and ASCE/SEI 7-2005.

2.5 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE DATA

Operation and Maintenance Data shall be prepared in accordance with

ANSI Z359.2 & ANSI Z359.6.

Submit a complete list of equipment replacement parts. Identify each entry with the equipment description and part numbers. Also submit the following:

a. Technical information for servicing equipment.

b. As-Constructed Drawings of the installed system. Include installation date and system owner's name and address.

c. Detailed Operating procedures written by a qualified or competent person to include the following:

1. Identifying the rigid rails location

2. Stating any safety precautions that shall be followed during access and egress

3. Describe the limitation on use of system: maximum load, designated equipment, required clearance and maximum number of persons permitted to be attahced to the system at one time.

4. Instructions for inspection, maintenance, and retirement of the system and all of its components, including how often inspection and maintenance are to be performed and a description of the qualifications required for persons performign these tasks.

5. Prodedure for inspection:

(a) Required or recommended inspection intervals.

(b) Detailed instruction for inspecting each component of the system.

(c) Description of acceptance or rejection criteria, including retirement criteria, of each component of the system.

(d) Fall protection procedures shall include a requirement that any incidents, including accidents or near misses, be investigated to determine if procedures can be improved.

d. Provide or direct the owner of the system or the employer of the workers using the system to develop and implement a rescue plan before the system is used.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 INSTALLATION

a. Installation shall be performed by a qualified fall arrest manufacturer.

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b. Install in accordance with approved shop drawings and manufacturer's instructions.

c. The Fall Protection System shall be installed under the direction of manufacturer's authorized trained personnel and under the supervision of a Qualified Person

d. Install anchorages and fasteners in accordance with their manufacturer's recommendations to obtain the allowable working loads published in the product literature and in accordance with this specification.

e. Do not load or stress the Fall Protection System until all materials and fasteners are properly installed and ready for service.

f. Where bolting is used for fastening, no fewer than three threads are to be exposed and the nut is to be positively locked using a thread-locking fluid or the double nutting technique.

g. Dissimilar materials with greater than 0.15V shall be separated by a faying surface.

3.2 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

After the Fall Protection System is installed and properly tensioned, the approved authorized Qualified or Competent Person shall inspect and operate the system and shall make all final adjustments for proper operation.

3.3 ADJUSTMENTS AND FINAL INSPECTION

Verify that all manufactured units have been installed in accordance with specifications and details, and will function as intended. Adjust any items where necessary to ensure proper operation.

Provide a complete drawing set with any revisions to the design or layout of the rigid rails during installation.

3.4 OPERATOR TRAINING

Provide a minimum of 4 hours of operator training after system has been installed. Training is to be for the users of the system conducted at the installation site.

3.5 MAINTENANCE, INSPECTION AND TESTING

Provide manufacturer maintenance, inspection and testing instructions.

Provide documentation that is consistent with applicable OSHA, ANSI and IWCA standards.

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