W912QR25B0002_Specs_Vol2-0000.pdf

Solicitation For Automated Record Fire Plus Range Fort Campbell, Kentucky

P2: 506523

Design-Bid-Build

Specifications - Vol 2 of 2(Div 06 - 33) Certified Final Design

18 Decemeber 2024

W912QR25B0002

ARIMS: 200A

Disposition: Maintain for 15yrs after construction

W912QR25B0002_Specs_Vol2-0000

506523 Automated Record Fire Plus Range Fort Campbell, KY

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PROJECT TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION SECTION AND TITLE ________________

DIVISION 00 – PROCUREMENT AND CONTRACTING REQUIREMENTS

00 10 00 PRICE BREAKOUT SCHEDULE

00 80 00.00 06 SPECIAL PROVISIONS

Construction Project Sign Details

Project Submittal Registry

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

DIVISION 01 – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01 11 00 SUMMARY OF WORK

01 32 01.00 06 PROJECT SCHEDULE

01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

01 35 26.00 06 GOVERNMENT SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

01 42 00 SOURCES FOR REFERENCE PUBLICATIONS

01 45 00.15 10 RESIDENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM CONTRACTOR MODE (RMS CM)

01 45 04.10 06 CONTRACTOR QUALITY CONTROL

Construction/Targetry Interface QA

01 45 35 SPECIAL INSPECTIONS

Statement/Schedule of Special Inspections

01 50 00 TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION FACILITIES AND CONTROLS

01 57 19.00 06 TEMPORARY ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROLS AND PERMITS

Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) MEC Reconnaissance Letter Report

01 74 19 CONSTRUCTION WASTE MANAGEMENT AND DISPOSAL

01 78 23 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE DATA

DIVISION 02 – EXISTING CONDITIONS

02 41 00 DEMOLITION

DIVISION 03 – CONCRETE

03 30 00 CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE

DIVISION 05 – METALS

05 12 00 STRUCTURAL STEEL

05 30 00 STEEL DECKS

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05 40 00 COLD-FORMED METAL FRAMING

05 50 13 MISCELLANEOUS METAL FABRICATION

05 51 00 METAL STAIRS

DIVISION 06 – WOOD, PLASTIC AND COMPOSITES

06 10 00 ROUGH CARPENTRY

DIVISION 07 – THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

07 21 16 MINERAL FIBER BLANKET INSULATION

07 22 00 ROOF INSULATION & UNDERLAYMENT

07 27 10 BUILDING AIR BARRIER SYSTEM

07 27 26 FLUID-APPLIED MEMBRANE AIR BARRIER

07 42 13 EXTERIOR METAL WALL PANELS

07 42 63 FABRICATED WALL PANEL ASSEMBLIES

07 60 00 FLASHING AND SHEET METAL

07 61 14.00 20 STEEL STANDING SEAM ROOFING

07 84 00 FIRESTOPPING

07 92 00 JOINT SEALANTS

DIVISION 08 – OPENINGS

08 11 13 STEEL DOORS AND FRAMES

08 51 13 ALUMINUM WINDOWS

08 71 00 DOOR HARDWARE

08 81 00 GLAZING

08 91 00 METAL WALL / DOOR LOUVERS

DIVISION 09 – FINISHES

09 22 00 SUPPORTS FOR PLASTER AND GYPSUM BOARD

09 29 00 GYPSUM BOARD

09 90 00 PAINTS AND COATINGS

DIVISION 10 – SPECIALTIES

10 14 00.10 EXTERIOR SIGNAGE

10 44 16 FIRE EXTINGUISHERS

DIVISION 13 – SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION

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13 34 19 METAL BUILDING SYSTEMS

DIVISION 23 – HEATING, VENTILATING AND AIR CONDITIONING (HVAC)

23 05 93 TESTING, ADJUSTING AND BALANCING FOR HVAC

23 07 00 THERMAL INSULATION FOR MECHANICAL SYSTEMS

23 30 00 HVAC AIR DISTRIBUTION

23 81 00 DECENTRALIZED UNITARY HVAC EQUIPMENT

DIVISION 26 – ELECTRICAL

26 05 73 POWER SYSTEM STUDIES

26 20 00 INTERIOR DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS

26 41 00 LIGHTNING PROTECTION SYSTEM

26 51 00 INTERIOR LIGHTING

26 56 00 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

DIVISION 27 – COMMUNICATIONS

27 10 00 BUILDING TELECOMMUNICATIONS CABLING SYSTEM

27 51 16 PUBLIC ADDRESS SYSTEMS

DIVISION 31 – EARTHWORK

31 00 00.00 06 EARTHWORK

31 05 22.00 06 GEOTEXTILES USED AS FILTERS

31 11 00 CLEARING AND GRUBBING

DIVISION 32 – EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS

32 05 33 LANDSCAPE ESTABLISHMENT

32 15 00 AGGREGATE SURFACING

32 31 13 CHAIN LINK FENCES AND GATES

32 92 19 SEEDING

DIVISION 33 – UTILITIES

33 40 00 STORMWATER UTILITIES

33 71 02 UNDERGROUND ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTION

33 82 00 TELECOMMUNICATIONS OUTSIDE PLAN (OSP)

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SECTION TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 06 - WOOD, PLASTICS, AND COMPOSITES

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PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 REFERENCES

1.2 SUBMITTALS

1.3 DELIVERY AND STORAGE

1.4 GRADING AND MARKING

1.4.1 Lumber

1.4.2 Structural Glued Laminated Timber

1.4.3 Plywood

1.4.4 Structural-Use Panels

1.4.5 Preservative-Treated Lumber and Plywood

1.5 SIZES AND SURFACING

1.6 MOISTURE CONTENT

1.7 PRESERVATIVE TREATMENT

1.8 QUALITY ASSURANCE

1.8.1 Drawing Requirements

1.8.2 Data Required

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS

2.1.1 Virgin Lumber

2.2 LUMBER

2.2.1 Framing Lumber

2.3 PLYWOOD

2.3.1 Wall Sheathing

2.3.1.1 Plywood

2.3.1.2 Structural-Use and OSB Panels

2.3.2 Roof Sheathing

2.3.2.1 Plywood

2.3.3 Other Uses

2.3.3.1 Plywood

2.4 UNDERLAYMENT

2.4.1 Plywood

2.5 OTHER MATERIALS

2.5.1 Building Paper

2.5.2 Trussed Rafters

2.5.3 Trussed Joists

2.5.4 Miscellaneous Wood Members

2.5.4.1 Nonstress Graded Members

2.5.4.2 Wood Bumpers

2.5.4.3 Sill Plates

2.5.4.4 Blocking

2.5.4.5 Rough Bucks and Frames

2.5.5 Adhesives

2.6 ROUGH HARDWARE

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2.6.1 Bolts, Nuts, Studs, and Rivets

2.6.2 Anchor Bolts

2.6.3 Expansion Shields

2.6.4 Lag Screws and Lag Bolts

2.6.5 Wood Screws

2.6.6 Nails

2.6.7 Wire Nails

2.6.8 Clip Angles

2.6.9 Joist Hangers

2.6.10 Tie Straps

2.6.11 Joist Anchors

2.6.12 Door Buck Anchors

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 INSTALLATION

3.1.1 Sills

3.1.2 Beams and Girders

3.1.3 Roof Framing or Rafters

3.1.4 Joists

3.1.4.1 Floor (Ceiling) Framing

3.1.4.2 Doubled Joists

3.1.5 Subflooring

3.1.5.1 Wood

3.1.6 Columns and Posts

3.1.7 Wall Framing

3.1.7.1 Studs

3.1.7.2 Plates

3.1.8 Wall Sheathing

3.1.8.1 Plywood, Structural-Use Wall Sheathing

3.1.9 Wood Sheathing

3.1.10 Building Paper

3.1.11 Ceiling Joists

3.1.12 Plywood Roof Sheathing

3.1.13 Stair Framing

3.2 MISCELLANEOUS

3.2.1 Wood Roof Nailers, Edge Strips, Crickets, Curbs, and Cants

3.2.1.1 Roof Nailing Strips

3.2.1.2 Roof Edge Strips and Nailers

3.2.1.3 Crickets, Cants, and Curbs

3.2.2 Rough Wood Bucks

3.2.3 Wood Blocking

3.2.4 Wood Grounds

3.2.5 Wood Furring

3.2.6 Sill Plates

3.3 WASTE MANAGEMENT OF WOOD PRODUCTS

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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 INSTITUTE OF TIMBER CONSTRUCTION (AITC)

ANSI/AITC A190.1 (2007) American National Standard, Structural Glued Laminated Timber

AMERICAN LUMBER STANDARDS COMMITTEE (ALSC)

ALSC PS 20 (2015) American Softwood Lumber Standard

AMERICAN RAILWAY ENGINEERING AND MAINTENANCE-OF-WAY ASSOCIATION

(AREMA)

AREMA Eng Man (2017) Manual for Railway Engineering

AMERICAN SOCIETY OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERS (ASME)

ASME B18.2.1 (2012; Errata 2013) Square and Hex Bolts and Screws (Inch Series)

ASME B18.2.2 (2022) Nuts for General Applications:

Machine Screw Nuts, and Hex, Square, Hex Flange, and Coupling Nuts (Inch Series)

ASME B18.5.2.1M (2006; R 2011) Metric Round Head Short Square Neck Bolts

ASME B18.5.2.2M (1982; R 2010) Metric Round Head Square Neck Bolts

ASME B18.6.1 (2016) Wood Screws (Inch Series)

AMERICAN WOOD COUNCIL (AWC)

AWC NDS (2015) National Design Specification (NDS) for Wood Construction

AWC WFCM (2012) Wood Frame Construction Manual for One- and Two-Family Dwellings

AMERICAN WOOD PROTECTION ASSOCIATION (AWPA)

AWPA M2 (2019) Standard for the Inspection of Preservative Treated Wood Products for Industrial Use

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AWPA M6 (2013) Brands Used on Preservative Treated Materials

APA - THE ENGINEERED WOOD ASSOCIATION (APA)

APA E30 (2016) Engineered Wood Construction Guide

APA E445 (2002) Performance Standards and Qualification Policy for Structural-Use Panels (APA PRP-108)

APA F405 (19) Product Guide: Performance Rated Panels

APA L870 (2010) Voluntary Product Standard, PS 1-09, Structural Plywood

APA S350 (2014) PS 2-10, Performance Standard for Wood-Based Structural-Use Panels

ASTM INTERNATIONAL (ASTM)

ASTM A153/A153M (2023) Standard Specification for Zinc Coating (Hot-Dip) on Iron and Steel Hardware

ASTM A307 (2021) Standard Specification for Carbon Steel Bolts, Studs, and Threaded Rod 60 000 PSI Tensile Strength

ASTM F547 (202) Standard Terminology of Nails for Use with Wood and Wood-Base Materials

ASTM F1667/F1667M (2021a) Standard Specification for Driven Fasteners: Nails, Spikes, and Staples

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH (CDPH)

CDPH SECTION 01350 (2017; Version 1.2) Standard Method for the Testing and Evaluation of Volatile Organic Chemical Emissions from Indoor Sources using Environmental Chambers

FM GLOBAL (FM)

FM 4435 (2017) Roof Perimeter Flashing

INTERNATIONAL CODE COUNCIL (ICC)

ICC IBC (2021) International Building Code

NATIONAL HARDWOOD LUMBER ASSOCIATION (NHLA)

NHLA Rules (2015) Rules for the Measurement & Inspection of Hardwood & Cypress

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NORTHEASTERN LUMBER MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION (NELMA)

NELMA Grading Rules (2013) Standard Grading Rules for Northeastern Lumber

REDWOOD INSPECTION SERVICE (RIS) OF THE CALIFORNIA REDWOOD

ASSOCIATION (CRA)

RIS Grade Use (1998) Redwood Lumber Grades and Uses

SOUTH COAST AIR QUALITY MANAGEMENT DISTRICT (SCAQMD)

SCAQMD Rule 1168 (2017) Adhesive and Sealant Applications

SOUTHERN CYPRESS MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION (SCMA)

SCMA Spec (1986; Supple. No. 1, Aug 1993) Standard Specifications for Grades of Southern Cypress

SOUTHERN PINE INSPECTION BUREAU (SPIB)

SPIB 1003 (2014) Standard Grading Rules for Southern Pine Lumber

TRUSS PLATE INSTITUTE (TPI)

TPI 1 (2014) National Design Standard for Metal Plate Connected Wood Truss Construction, Including Commentary and Appendices

TPI HIB (1991) Commentary and Recommendations for Handling, Installing and Bracing Metal Plate Connected Wood Trusses

U.S. GENERAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION (GSA)

CID A-A-1923 (Rev A; Notice 1; Notice 2; Notice 3;

Notice 4) Shield, Expansion (Lag, Machine and Externally Threaded Wedge Bolt Anchors)

CID A-A-1924 (Rev A; Notice 3) Shield, Expansion (Self Drilling Tubular Expansion Shell Bolt Anchors

CID A-A-1925 (Rev A; Notice 1; Notice 2; Notice 3;

Notice 4) Shield Expansion (Nail Anchors)

FS UU-B-790 (Rev A; Notice 2) Building Paper Vegetable Fiber: (Kraft, Waterproofed, Water Repellent and Fire Resistant)

WEST COAST LUMBER INSPECTION BUREAU (WCLIB)

WCLIB 17 (2015) Standard Grading Rules

WESTERN WOOD PRODUCTS ASSOCIATION (WWPA)

WWPA G-5 (2017) Western Lumber Grading Rules

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1.2 SUBMITTALS

Government approval is required for submittals with a "G" or "S" classification. Submittals not having a "G" or "S" classification are for information only. When used, a code following the "G" classification 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

Fabricated Structural Members; G , DO

Nailers and Nailing Strips; G , RO

Drawings of field erection details, including materials and methods of fastening nailers in conformance with Factory Mutual wind uplift rated systems specified in other Sections of these specifications.

SD-05 Design Data

Modifications of Structural Members; G , DO

Design analysis and calculations showing design criteria used to accomplish the applicable analysis.

SD-06 Test Reports

Preservative-treated Lumber and Plywood

SD-07 Certificates

Certificates of Grade SD-10 Operation and Maintenance Data

Take-back Program

Include contact information, summary of procedures, and the limitations and conditions applicable to the project. Indicate manufacturer's commitment to reclaim materials for recycling or reuse.

1.3 DELIVERY AND STORAGE

Deliver materials to the site in an undamaged condition. Store, protect, handle, and install prefabricated structural elements in accordance with manufacturer's instructions and as specified. Store materials off the ground to provide proper ventilation, with drainage to avoid standing water, and protection against ground moisture and dampness. Store materials with a moisture barrier at both the ground level and as a cover

SECTION 06 10 00 Page 6 forming a well ventilated enclosure. Store wood I-beams and glue-laminated beams and joists on edge. Adhere to requirements for stacking, lifting, bracing, cutting, notching, and special fastening requirements. Do not use materials that have visible moisture or biological growth. Remove defective and damaged materials and provide new materials. Store separated reusable wood waste convenient to cutting station and area of work.

1.4 GRADING AND MARKING

1.4.1 Lumber

Mark each piece of framing and board lumber or each bundle of small pieces of lumber with the grade mark of a recognized association or independent inspection agency. Such association or agency must be certified by the Board of Review, American Lumber Standards Committee, to grade the species used. Surfaces that are to be exposed to view must not bear grademarks, stamps, or any type of identifying mark. Hammer marking will be permitted on timbers when all surfaces will be exposed to view.

1.4.2 Structural Glued Laminated Timber

Mark each member with the mark of a recognized association or independent inspection agency that maintains continuing control over the quality of structural glued laminated timber products. The marking must indicate compliance with ANSI/AITC A190.1 and must include all identification information required by ANSI/AITC A190.1 . Structurally end-jointed lumber must also be certified and grade marked in accordance with ANSI/AITC A190.1 .

1.4.3 Plywood

Mark each sheet with the mark of a recognized association or independent inspection agency that maintains continuing control over the quality of the plywood. The mark must identify the plywood by species group or span rating, exposure durability classification, grade, and compliance with APA L870 . Surfaces that are to be exposed to view must not bear grademarks or other types of identifying marks.

1.4.4 Structural-Use Panels

Mark each panel with the mark of a recognized association or independent inspection agency that maintains continuing control over the quality of the panel. The mark must indicate end use, span rating, and exposure durability classification. Oriented Strand Board (OSB), APA F405 .

1.4.5 Preservative-Treated Lumber and Plywood

The Contractor is responsible for the quality of treated wood products.

Each treated piece must be inspected in accordance with AWPA M2 and permanently marked or branded, by the producer, in accordance with AWPA M6.

The Contractor must provide Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) with the inspection report of an approved independent inspection agency that offered products comply with applicable AWPA Standards. The appropriate Quality Mark on each piece will be accepted, in lieu of inspection reports, as evidence of compliance with applicable AWPA treatment standards.

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1.5 SIZES AND SURFACING

ALSC PS 20 for dressed sizes of yard and structural lumber. Lumber must be surfaced four sides. Size references, unless otherwise specified, are nominal sizes, and actual sizes must be within manufacturing tolerances allowed by the standard under which the product is produced. Other measurements are IP or SI standard.

1.6 MOISTURE CONTENT

Air-dry or kiln-dry lumber. Kiln-dry treated lumber after treatment.

Maximum moisture content of wood products must be as follows at the time of delivery to the job site:

a. Framing lumber and board, 19 percent maximum

1.7 PRESERVATIVE TREATMENT

a. 0.25 pcf intended for above ground use.

b. 0.40 pcf intended for ground contact and fresh water use. 0.60 pcf intended for Ammoniacal Copper Quaternary Compound (ACQ)-treated foundations. 0.80 to 1.00 pcf intended for ACQ-treated pilings. All wood must be air or kiln dried after treatment. Specific treatments must be verified by the report of an approved independent inspection agency, or the AWPA Quality Mark on each piece. Do not incise surfaces of lumber that will be exposed. Brush coat areas that are cut or drilled after treatment with either the same preservative used in the treatment or with a 2 percent copper naphthenate solution.

Plastic lumber must not be preservative treated. The following items must be preservative treated:

(1) Wood framing, woodwork, and plywood up to and including the subflooring at the first-floor level of structures having crawl spaces when the bottoms of such items are 24 inches or less from the earth underneath.

(2) Exterior wood steps, platforms, and railings; and all wood framing of open, roofed structures.

(3) Wood sills, soles, plates, furring, and sleepers that are less than 24 inches from the ground, furring and nailers that are set into or in contact with concrete or masonry.

(4) Nailers, edge strips, crickets, curbs, and cants for roof decks.

1.8 QUALITY ASSURANCE

1.8.1 Drawing Requirements

For fabricated structural members, trusses, qlu-lam members, indicate materials, details of construction, methods of fastening, and erection details. Include reference to design criteria used and manufacturers design calculations. Submit drawings for all proposed modifications of structural members. Do not proceed with modifications until the submittal

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1.8.2 Data Required

Submit calculations and drawings for all proposed modifications of structural members. Do not proceed with modifications until the submittal has been approved.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS

2.1.1 Virgin Lumber

Lumber fabricated from old growth timber is not permitted. Avoid companies who buy, sell, or use old growth timber in their operations, when possible.

2.2 LUMBER

2.2.1 Framing Lumber

Framing lumber such as studs, plates, caps, collar beams, cant strips, bucks, sleepers, nailing strips, and nailers and board lumber such as subflooring and wall and roof sheathing must be one of the species listed in the table below. Minimum grade of species must be as listed.

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Table of Grades for Framing and Board Lumber

Grading Rules Species Framing Board Lumber

WWPA G-5 standard grading rules

Aspen, Douglas Fir-Larch, Douglas Fir South, Engel mann Spruce-Lodgepole Pine, Engelm ann Spruce, Hem-Fir, Idaho White Pine, Lodgepole Pi ne, Mountain Hemlock, Mountain Hemlock-Hem-Fir, Ponderosa Pine-Sugar Pine, Ponderosa Pine-Lodgepole Pine, Subalpine Fir , White Woods, Western Woods, Western Cedars, Weste rn Hemlock

All Species:

Standard Light Framing or No. 3 Structural Light Framing (Stud Grade f or 2x4 nominal size, 10 feet and shorter)

All Species:

No. 3 Common

WCLIB 17 standard grading rules

Douglas Fir-Larch, Hem-Fir, Mountain Hemlock, Sitka Spruce, Western Cedars, Western Hemlock

All Species:

Standard Light Framing or No. 3 Stru ctural Light Framing (Stud Grade for 2x4 nominal si ze, 10 feet and shorter)

All Species:

Standard

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Table of Grades for Framing and Board Lumber

Grading Rules Species Framing Board Lumber

SPIB 1003 standard grading rules

Southern Pine All Species:

Standard Light Framing or No. 3 Structural Light Framing (Stud Grade f or 2x4 nominal size, 10 feet and shorter)

No. 2 Boards

SCMA Spec standard specifications

Cypress No. 2 Common No. 2 Common

NELMA Grading Rules standard grad ing rules

Balsam Fir, Eastern Hemlock-Tamar ack, Eastern Spruce, Eastern White Pine, Northern P ine, Northern Pine-Cedar

All Species:

St andard Light Framing or No. 3 Structural Light Framing (Stud Grade for 2x4 nominal size, 10 feet and s horter)

All Species:

No. 3 Common except Standard for Eastern White and Northern Pine

RIS Grade Use st andard specifications

Redwood All Species:

St andard Light Framing or No. 3 Structural Light Framing (Stud Grade for 2x4 nominal size, 10 feet and s horter)

Construction Heart

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Table of Grades for Framing and Board Lumber

Grading Rules Species Framing Board Lumber

NHLA Rules rules for the measurement and inspectio n of hardwood and cypress lumber

Cypress No. 2 Dimension No. 2 Common

2.3 PLYWOOD

APA L870 , APA S350 , APA E445 , and APA F405 respectively.

2.3.1 Wall Sheathing

2.3.1.1 Plywood

C-D Grade, Exposure 1, and a minimum thickness of 1/2 inch, except where indicated to have greater thickness. Provide exterior grade material with phenol resin for exterior applications.

2.3.1.2 Structural-Use and OSB Panels

Sheathing grade with durability equivalent to Exposure 1, Span Rating of 16/0 24/0 or greater.

2.3.2 Roof Sheathing

2.3.2.1 Plywood

C-D Grade, Exposure 1, with an Identification Index of not less than 24/0 .

Provide certified sustainably harvested plywood roof sheathing. Provide exterior grade material with phenol resin for all applications.

2.3.3 Other Uses

2.3.3.1 Plywood

Plywood for communications systems backboards shall be FSC-certified. C-D Grade, Exposure 1.

2.4 UNDERLAYMENT

Underlayment must conform to one of the following:

2.4.1 Plywood

Plywood must conform to APA L870 , underlayment grade with exterior glue, or C-C (Plugged) exterior grade 11/32 inch thick, 4 feet wide.

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2.5 OTHER MATERIALS

2.5.1 Building Paper

FS UU-B-790 , Type I, Grade D, Style 1.

2.5.2 Trussed Rafters

Metal plate connected trusses designed in accordance with TPI 1 and TPI HIB and fabricated in accordance with TPI 1 .

2.5.3 Trussed Joists

Metal plate connected parallel chord wood trusses designed and fabricated in accordance with TPI 1 .

2.5.4 Miscellaneous Wood Members

2.5.4.1 Nonstress Graded Members

Members must include bridging, corner bracing, furring, grounds, and nailing strips. Members must be in accordance with TABLE I for the species used. Sizes must be as follows unless otherwise shown:

Member Size inch

Bridging 1 x 3 or 1 x 4 for use between members 2 x 12 and smaller; 2 x 4 for use between members larger than 2 x 12.

Corner bracing 1 x 4.

Furring 1 x

Grounds Plaster thickness by 38.

Nailing strips 1 x 3 or 1 x 4 when used as shingle base or interior finish, otherwise 2 inch stock.

2.5.4.2 Wood Bumpers

AREMA Eng Man, Industrial grade cross ties

2.5.4.3 Sill Plates

Sill plates must be standard or number 2 grade.

2.5.4.4 Blocking

Blocking must be standard or number 2 grade.

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2.5.4.5 Rough Bucks and Frames

Rough bucks and frames must be straight standard or number 2 grade.

2.5.5 Adhesives

Comply with applicable regulations regarding toxic and hazardous materials and as specified. Provide non-aerosol adhesive products used on the interior of the building (defined as inside of the weatherproofing system) meeting either emissions requirements of CDPH SECTION 01350 (limit requirements for either office or classroom spaces regardless of space type) or VOC content requirements of SCAQMD Rule 1168 . Provide certification or validation of indoor air quality for aerosol adhesives used on the interior of the building (inside of the weatherproofing system).

2.6 ROUGH HARDWARE

Unless otherwise indicated or specified, rough hardware must be of the type and size necessary for the project requirements. Sizes, types, and spacing of fastenings of manufactured building materials must be as recommended by the product manufacturer unless otherwise indicated or specified. Rough hardware exposed to the weather or embedded in or in contact with preservative treated wood, exterior masonry, or concrete walls or slabs must be hot-dip zinc-coated in accordance with ASTM A153/A153M . Nails and fastenings for fire-retardant treated lumber and woodwork exposed to the weather must be copper alloy or hot-dipped galvanized fasteners as recommended by the treated wood manufacturer.

2.6.1 Bolts, Nuts, Studs, and Rivets

ASME B18.2.1 , ASME B18.5.2.1M , ASME B18.5.2.2M and ASME B18.2.2 .

2.6.2 Anchor Bolts

ASTM A307, size as indicated, complete with nuts and washers.

2.6.3 Expansion Shields

CID A-A-1923 , CID A-A-1924 , and CID A-A-1925 . Except as shown otherwise, maximum size of devices must be 3/8 inch.

2.6.4 Lag Screws and Lag Bolts

ASME B18.2.1 .

2.6.5 Wood Screws

ASME B18.6.1 .

2.6.6 Nails

ASTM F547, size and type best suited for purpose. For sheathing and subflooring, length of nails must be sufficient to extend 1 inch into supports. In general, 8-penny or larger nails must be used for nailing through 1 inch thick lumber and for toe nailing 2 inch thick lumber;

16-penny or larger nails must be used for nailing through 2 inch thick lumber. Nails used with treated lumber and sheathing must be hot-dipped galvanized in accordance with ASTM A153/A153M . Nailing must be in

SECTION 06 10 00 Page 14 accordance with the recommended nailing schedule contained in AWC WFCM.

Where detailed nailing requirements are not specified, nail size and spacing must be sufficient to develop an adequate strength for the connection. The connection's strength must be verified against the nail capacity tables in AWC NDS. Reasonable judgment backed by experience must ensure that the designed connection will not cause the wood to split. If a load situation exceeds a reasonable limit for nails, a specialized connector must be used.

2.6.7 Wire Nails

ASTM F1667/F1667M .

2.6.8 Clip Angles

Steel, 3/16 inch thick, size as indicatedor best suited for intended use;

or zinc-coated steel or iron commercial clips designed for connecting wood members.

2.6.9 Joist Hangers

Steel or iron, zinc coated, sized to fit the supported member, of sufficient strength to develop the full strength of the supported member in accordance with ICC IBC , and furnished complete with any special nails required.

2.6.10 Tie Straps

For joists supported by the lower flange of steel beams, provide 1/8 by 1-1/2 inch steel strap, 2 feet long , except as indicated otherwise.

2.6.11 Joist Anchors

For joists supported by masonry walls, provide anchors 3/16 by 1 1/2 inch steel tee or strap, bent and of length to provide 4 inches embedment into wall and 12 inches along joist except as indicated otherwise. For joists parallel to masonry or concrete walls, provide anchors 1/4 by 1-1/4 inch minimum cross-sectional area, steel strap, length as necessary to extend over top of first three joists and into wall 4 inches, and with wall end of bend or pin type , except as indicated otherwise.

2.6.12 Door Buck Anchors

Metal anchors, 1/8 by 1-1/4 inch steel, 12 inches long, with ends bent 2 inches , except as indicated otherwise. Anchors must be screwed to the backs of bucks and built into masonry or concrete. Locate 8 inches above sills and below heads and not more than 24 inches intermediately between.

Anchorage of bucks to steel framing must be as necessary to suit the conditions.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 INSTALLATION

Do not install building construction materials that show visual evidence of biological growth.

Conform to AWC WFCM unless otherwise indicated or specified. Select lumber sizes to minimize waste. Fit framing lumber and other rough

SECTION 06 10 00 Page 15 carpentry, set accurately to the required lines and levels, and secure in place in a rigid manner. Do not splice framing members between bearing points. Set joists, rafters, and purlins with their crown edge up. Frame members for the passage of pipes, conduits, and ducts. Do not cut or bore structural members for the passage of ducts or pipes without approval.

Reinforce all members damaged by such cutting or boring by means of specially formed and approved sheet metal or bar steel shapes, or remove and provide new, as approved. Provide as necessary for the proper completion of the work all framing members not indicated or specified.

Spiking and nailing not indicated or specified otherwise must be in accordance with the Nailing Schedule contained in ICC IBC ; perform bolting in an approved manner. Spikes, nails, and bolts must be drawn up tight.

3.1.1 Sills

Set sills level and square and wedge with steel or slate shims; point or grout with non-shrinking cement mortar to provide continuous and solid bearing. Anchor sills to the foundations as indicated. Provide bolts with plate washers and nuts. Bolts in exterior walls must be zinc-coated.

3.1.2 Beams and Girders

Set beams and girders level and in alignment and anchor to bearing walls, piers, or supports with U-shaped steel strap anchors. Embed anchors in concrete or masonry at each bearing and through-bolt to the beams or girders with not less than two bolts. Provide bolts not less than 1/2 inch in diameter and with plate washers under heads and nuts. Install beams and girders not indicated otherwise with 8 inch minimum end bearing on walls or supports. Install beams and girders into walls with 1/2 inch clearance at the top, end, and sides or standard steel wall-bearing boxes.

Provide joints and splices over bearings only and bolt or spike together.

3.1.3 Roof Framing or Rafters

Tops of supports or rafters must form a true plane. Ridge, and hip members must be of depth equal to cut on rafters where practicable, but in no case less than depth of rafters and nominally 2 inches thick. Rafters must have full and solid bearing on plates. Hips and ridges must be straight and true intersections of roof planes. Necessary crickets and watersheds must be formed. Rafters, except hip and valley rafters, must be spiked to wall plate and to ceiling joists with no less than three 8-penny nails or bolted by angles unless otherwise indicated. Rafters must be toe-nailed to ridge, or hip members with at least three 8-penny nails. Rafters must be braced to prevent movement until permanent bracing, decking or sheathing is installed. Hip rafters must be secured to wall plates by clip angles. Openings in roof must be framed with headers and trimmers. Unless otherwise indicated, headers carrying more than two rafters and trimmers supporting headers carrying more than one rafter must be double. Hip rafters longer than the available lumber must be butt jointed and scabbed. Install trussed rafters in accordance with

TPI HIB .

3.1.4 Joists

Provide joists of the sizes and spacing indicated, accurately and in alignment, and of uniform width. Joists must have full bearing on sills, plates, beams, girders, and trusses; provide laps over bearing only and spike. Where joists are of insufficient length to produce a 12 inch lap, butt joists over bearing and provide wood scabs 2 nominal inches thick by

SECTION 06 10 00 Page 16 depth of joists by 24 inches long or metal straps 1/4 by 1 1/2 inch by not less than 18 inches long nailed to each joist with not less than four 10-penny nails, or approved sheet metal connectors installed in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations. Provide metal hangers for joists framing into the side of headers, beams, or girders.The minimum joist end bearing must be 4 inches, and joists built into concrete or masonry must have a 1/2 inch minimum clearance at the top, end, and sides. For joists approved to be bored for the passage of pipes or conduits, bore through the neutral axis of the joist. Provide steel joist hangers of proper size and type to receive the ends of all framed joists unless otherwise indicated.

3.1.4.1 Floor (Ceiling) Framing

Except where otherwise indicated joists must have bearings not less than 4 inches on concrete or masonry and 1-1/2 inches on wood or metal. Joists, trimmers, headers, and beams framing into carrying members at the same relative levels must be carried on joist hangers. Joists must be lapped and spiked together at bearings or butted end-to-end with scab ties at joint and spiked to plates. Openings in floors must be framed with headers and trimmers. Headers carrying more than two tail joists and trimmers supporting headers carrying more than one tail joist must be doubled, unless otherwise indicated. Joists built into masonry must be provided with a beveled fire cut so that the top of the joist does not enter the wall more than 1 inch or standard steel wall bearing boxes.

Install engineered wood joists in accordance with distributor's instructions.

3.1.4.2 Doubled Joists

Provide under bearing walls and partitions running parallel with the floor joists, around stairways, and at other openings where joists are cut and framed. Double, space for clearance, block apart 4 feet on center, rigidly frame, and spike together joists under partitions that are to receive ducts, pipes, and conduits.

3.1.5 Subflooring

3.1.5.1 Wood

Subflooring must be applied diagonally with end joints made over supports. Each board must bear on at least three supports and must be nailed at each support using two nails for boards 6 inches and less in width and three nails for boards more than 6 inches in width.

3.1.6 Columns and Posts

Set columns and posts, plumb, in alignment, and with full and uniform bearing. Do not embed the bottom and bearing surfaces of posts columns in concrete or set in direct contact with concrete slabs on grade.

3.1.7 Wall Framing

3.1.7.1 Studs

Select studs for straightness and set plumb, true, and in alignment. In walls and partitions more than 8 feet tall, provide horizontal bridging at not more than 8 feet o.c. using nominal 2 inch material of the same width as the studs; install the bridging flat. Sizes and spacing of studs must

SECTION 06 10 00 Page 17 be as indicated. Double studs at jambs and heads of openings and triple at corners to form corner posts. Frame corner posts to receive sheathing, lath, and interior finish. Truss over openings exceeding 4 feet in width or use a header of sufficient depth. Toe-nail studs to sills or sole plates with four 8-penny nails or fasten with metal nailing clips or connectors. Anchor studs abutting concrete or masonry walls thereto near the top and bottom and at midheight of each story using expansion bolts or powder-actuated drive studs.

3.1.7.2 Plates

Use plates for walls and partitions of the same width as the studs to form continuous horizontal ties. Splice single plates; stagger the ends of double plates. Double top plates in walls and bearing partitions, built up of two nominal 2 inch thick members. Top plates for nonbearing partitions must be single or double plates of the same size as the studs.

Nail lower members of double top plates and single top plates to each stud and corner post with two 16-penny nails. Nail the upper members of double plates to the lower members with 10-penny nails, two near each end, and stagger 16 inches o.c. intermediately between. Nail sole plates on wood construction through the subfloor to each joist and header; stagger nails. Anchor sole plates on concrete with expansion bolts, one near each end and at not more than 6 feet o.c., or with powder-actuated fasteners, one near each end and at not more than 3 feet o.c. Provide plates cut for the passage of pipes or ducts with a steel angle as a tie for the plate and bearing for joist.

3.1.8 Wall Sheathing

3.1.8.1 Plywood, Structural-Use Wall Sheathing

Apply horizontally or vertically. Extend sheathing over and nail to sill and top plate. Abut sheathing edges over centerlines of supports. Allow 1/8 inch spacing between panels and 1/8 inch at windows and doors. If sheathing is applied horizontally, stagger vertical end joints. Nail panels with 6-penny nails spaced 6 inches o.c. along edges of the panel and 12 inches o.c. over intermediate supports. Keep nails 3/8 inches away from panel ledges. Provide 2 by 4 blocking for horizontal edges not otherwise supported.

3.1.9 Wood Sheathing

Sheathing end joints must be made over framing members and so alternated that there will be at least two boards between joints on the same support. Each board must bear on at least three supports. Boards must be nailed at each support using two nails for boards 6 inches and less in width and three nails for boards more than 6 inches in width. Roof sheathing must not be installed where roof decking is installed.

3.1.10 Building Paper

Provide building paper where indicated. Apply paper shingle fashion, horizontally, beginning at the bottom of the wall. Lap edges 4 inches, and nail with one inch, zinc-coated roofing nails, spaced 12 inches o.c.

and driven through tin discs.

3.1.11 Ceiling Joists

Size as indicated and set accurately and in alignment. Toe-nail joists to

SECTION 06 10 00 Page 18 all plates with not less than three 10-penny nails. Frame openings in ceilings with headers and trimmers.

3.1.12 Plywood Roof Sheathing

Install with the grain of the outer plies or long dimension at right angles to supports. Stagger end joints and locate over the centerlines of supports. Allow 1/8 inch spacing at panel ends and 1/4 inch at panel edges. Nail panels with 8-penny common nails or 6-penny annular rings or screw-type nails spaced 6 inches o.c. at supported edges and 12 inches o.c. at intermediate bearings. Do not use staples in roof sheathing.

Where the support spacing exceeds the maximum span for an unsupported edge, provide adequate blocking, tongue-and-groove edges, or panel edge clips, in accordance with APA E30 .

3.1.13 Stair Framing

Cut carriages to exact shape required to receive treads and risers, with risers of uniform height and treads of uniform width. Provide trimmers, nailers, and blocking as required to support finish materials.

3.2 MISCELLANEOUS

3.2.1 Wood Roof Nailers, Edge Strips, Crickets, Curbs, and Cants

Provide sizes and configurations indicated or specified and anchored securely to continuous construction.

3.2.1.1 Roof Nailing Strips

Provide roof nailing strips for roof decks as indicated and specified herein. Apply nailing strips in straight parallel rows in the direction and spacing indicated. Strips must be surface applied.

a. Surface-Applied Nailers: Must be 3 inches wide and of thickness to finish flush with the top of the insulation. Anchor strips securely to the roof deck with powder actuated fastening devices or expansion shields and bolts, spaced not more than 24 inches o.c. On decks with slopes of one inch or more, provide surface applied wood nailers for securing insulation.

b. Embedded Nailers: Must be nominal 2 by 3 with 2 inch sides beveled.

Set and anchor nailers to finish flush with the roof deck surface.

3.2.1.2 Roof Edge Strips and Nailers

Provide at perimeter of roof, around openings through roof, and where roofs abut walls, curbs, and other vertical surfaces. Except where indicated otherwise, nailers must be 6 inches wide and the same thickness as the insulation. Anchor nailers securely to underlying construction.

Anchor perimeter nailers in accordance with FM 4435 .

3.2.1.3 Crickets, Cants, and Curbs

Provide wood saddles or crickets, cant strips, curbs for scuttles and ventilators, and wood nailers bolted to tops of concrete or masonry curbs and at expansion joints, as indicated, specified, or necessary .

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3.2.2 Rough Wood Bucks

2 inch nominal thickness. Set wood bucks true and plumb. Anchor bucks to concrete or masonry with steel straps extending into the wall 8 inches minimum. Place anchors near the top and bottom of the buck and space uniformly at 2 foot maximum intervals.

3.2.3 Wood Blocking

Provide proper sizes and shapes at proper locations for the installation and attachment of wood and other finish materials, fixtures, equipment, and items indicated or specified.

3.2.4 Wood Grounds

Provide for fastening wood trim, finish materials, and other items to plastered walls and ceilings. Install grounds in proper alignment and true with an 8 foot straightedge.

3.2.5 Wood Furring

Provide where shown and as necessary for facing materials specified.

Except as shown otherwise, furring strips must be nominal one by 3, continuous, and spaced 16 inches o.c. Erect furring vertically or horizontally as necessary. Nail furring strips to masonry. Do not use wood plugs. Provide furring strips around openings, behind bases, and at angles and corners. Furring must be plumb, rigid, and level and must be shimmed as necessary to provide a true, even plane with surfaces suitable to receive the finish required.

3.2.6 Sill Plates

Sill plates must be set level and square and anchor bolted at not more than 6 feet on centers and not more than 12 inches from end of each piece. A minimum of two anchors must be used for each piece.

3.3 WASTE MANAGEMENT OF WOOD PRODUCTS

In accordance with the Waste Management Plan and as specified. Separate and reuse scrap sheet materials larger than 2 square feet, framing members larger than 16 inches, and multiple offcuts of any size larger than 12 inches. Clearly separate damaged wood and other scrap lumber for acceptable alternative uses on site, including bracing, blocking, cripples, ties, and shims.

Coordinate with manufacturer for take-back program and submit manufacturer's policy statement on program. Fold up metal banding, flatten, and recycle.

Separate treated, stained, painted, and contaminated wood and place in designated area for hazardous materials. Dispose of according to local regulations.Do not burn scrap lumber that has been pressure treated, or lumber that is less than one year old.

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SECTION TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 07 - THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

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PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 REFERENCES

1.2 SUBMITTALS

1.3 CERTIFICATIONS

1.3.1 Insulation Products

1.3.2 Adhesives and Sealants

1.4 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

1.4.1 Delivery

1.4.2 Storage

1.5 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

1.5.1 Respirators

1.5.2 Other Safety Concerns

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 BLANKET INSULATION

2.1.1 Recycled Materials

2.1.2 Energy Star

2.1.3 Prohibited Materials

2.2 BLOCKING

2.3 ACCESSORIES

2.3.1 Adhesive

2.3.2 Mechanical Fasteners

2.3.3 Wire Mesh

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 EXISTING CONDITIONS

3.2 PREPARATION

3.2.1 Blocking Around Heat Producing Devices

3.3 INSTALLATION

3.3.1 Insulation

3.3.1.1 Electrical wiring

3.3.1.2 Continuity of Insulation

3.3.1.3 Installation at Bridging and Cross Bracing

3.3.1.4 Cold Climate Requirement

3.3.1.5 Insulation without Affixed Vapor Retarder

3.3.1.6 Sizing of Blankets

3.3.1.7 Special Requirements for Floors

3.3.1.8 Access Panels and Doors

3.3.2 Installation of Separate Vapor Retarder

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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.

ASTM INTERNATIONAL (ASTM)

ASTM C665 (2023) Standard Specification for Mineral-Fiber Blanket Thermal Insulation for Light Frame Construction and Manufactured Housing

ASTM C930 (2019) Standard Classification of Potential Health and Safety Concerns Associated with Thermal Insulation Materials and Accessories

ASTM D5359 (1998; R 2021) Standard Specification for Glass Cullet Recovered from Waste for Use in Manufacture of Glass Fiber

ASTM E84 (2023) Standard Test Method for Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials

ASTM E136 (2024a) Standard Test Method for Assessing Combustibility of Materials Using a Vertical Tube Furnace at 750 Degrees C

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH (CDPH)

CDPH SECTION 01350 (2017; Version 1.2) Standard Method for the Testing and Evaluation of Volatile Organic Chemical Emissions from Indoor Sources using Environmental Chambers

GREEN SEAL (GS)

GS-36 (2013) Adhesives for Commercial Use

NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION (NFPA)

NFPA 70 (2023; ERTA 7 2023; TIA 23-15) National Electrical Code

SCIENTIFIC CERTIFICATION SYSTEMS (SCS)

SCS SCS Global Services (SCS) Indoor Advantage

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SOUTH COAST AIR QUALITY MANAGEMENT DISTRICT (SCAQMD)

SCAQMD Rule 1168 (2017) Adhesive and Sealant Applications

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)

Energy Star (1992; R 2006) Energy Star Energy Efficiency Labeling System (FEMP)

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

29 CFR 1910.134 Respiratory Protection

UNDERWRITERS LABORATORIES (UL)

UL 2818 (2022) GREENGUARD Certification Program For Chemical Emissions For Building Materials, Finishes And Furnishings

1.2 SUBMITTALS

Government approval is required for submittals with a "G" or "S" classification. Submittals not having a "G" or "S" classification are for information only. When used, a code following the "G" classification identifies the office that will review the submittal for the Government.

Submit the following in accordance with Section 01 33 00 SUBMITTAL

PROCEDURES:

SD-03 Product Data

Blanket Insulation; G

Recycled Content for Insulation Materials; S

Energy Star Label for Insulation Materials; S

Sill Sealer Insulation

Accessories

SD-07 Certificates

Indoor Air Quality for Adhesives; S

SD-08 Manufacturer's Instructions

Insulation

1.3 CERTIFICATIONS

Submit required indoor air quality certifications and validations in one submittal package.

1.3.1 Insulation Products

Provide product certified to meet indoor air quality requirements by UL 2818 (Greenguard) Gold, SCS Global Services Indoor Advantage Gold or provide certification by other third-party programs. Provide current

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1.3.2 Adhesives and Sealants

Provide products certified to meet indoor air quality requirements by UL 2818 (Greenguard) Gold, SCS Global Services Indoor Advantage Gold or provide certification or validation by other third-party programs that products meet the requirements of this Section. Provide current product certification documentation from certification body. When product does not have certification, provide validation that product meets the indoor air quality product requirements cited herein.

1.4 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

1.4.1 Delivery

Deliver materials to site in original sealed wrapping bearing manufacturer's name and brand designation, specification number, type, grade, R-value, and class. Store and handle to protect from damage. Do not allow insulation materials to become wet, soiled, crushed, or covered with ice or snow. Comply with manufacturer's recommendations for handling, storing, and protecting of materials before and during installation.

1.4.2 Storage

Inspect materials delivered to the site for damage; unload and store out of weather in manufacturer's original packaging. Store only in dry locations, not subject to open flames or sparks, and easily accessible for inspection and handling.

1.5 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

1.5.1 Respirators

Provide installers with dust/mist respirators, training in their use, and protective clothing, all approved by National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)/Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) in accordance with 29 CFR 1910.134 .

1.5.2 Other Safety Concerns

Consider other safety concerns and measures as outlined in ASTM C930.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 BLANKET INSULATION

ASTM C665, Type I, blankets without membrane coverings; Class A, membrane-faced surface with a flame spread of 25 or less, except a flame spread rating of 25 or less and a smoke developed rating of 150 or less when tested in accordance with ASTM E84.

Provide insulation with R-Value as indicated on drawings

2.1.1 Recycled Materials

Provide insulation materials containing the following minimum percentage of recycled material content by weight:

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a. Fiberglass: 20 percent glass cullet complying with ASTM D5359

b. Mineral wool: 75 percent recovered materials content from slag

Provide data identifying percentage of recycled content for insulation materials.

2.1.2 Energy Star

Provide insulation materials that are Energy Star labeled. Provide data identifying Energy Star label for insulation materials.

2.1.3 Prohibited Materials

Do not provide asbestos-containing materials.

2.2 BLOCKING

Wood, metal, unfaced mineral fiber blankets in accordance with ASTM C665, Type I, or other approved materials. Use only non-combustible materials meeting the requirements of ASTM E136 for blocking around chimneys and heat producing devices.

2.3 ACCESSORIES

2.3.1 Adhesive

As recommended by the insulation manufacturer. Provide non-aerosol adhesive products used on the interior of the building (defined as inside of the weatherproofing system) that meet either emissions requirements of CDPH SECTION 01350 (limit requirements for either office or classroom spaces regardless of space type) or VOC content requirements of SCAQMD Rule 1168 . Provide aerosol adhesives used on the interior of the building that meet either emissions requirements of CDPH SECTION 01350 (use the office or classroom requirements, regardless of space type) or VOC content requirements of GS-36. Provide certification or validation of indoor air quality for adhesives.

2.3.2 Mechanical Fasteners

Corrosion resistant fasteners as recommended by the insulation manufacturer.

2.3.3 Wire Mesh

Corrosion resistant and as recommended by the insulation manufacturer.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 EXISTING CONDITIONS

Before installing insulation, ensure that surfaces that will be in contact with the insulation are dry and free of projections which could cause voids, compressed insulation, or punctured vapor retarders. If moisture or other conditions are found that do not allow the workmanlike installation of the insulation, do not proceed but notify Contracting Officer of such conditions.

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3.2 PREPARATION

3.2.1 Blocking Around Heat Producing Devices

Install non-combustible blocking around heat producing devices to provide the following clearances:

a. Recessed lighting fixtures, including wiring compartments, ballasts, and other heat producing devices, unless these are certified by the manufacturer for installation surrounded by insulation: 3 inches from outside face of fixtures and devices or as required by NFPA 70 and, if insulation is to be placed above fixture or device, 24 inches above fixture.

3.3 INSTALLATION

3.3.1 Insulation

Install and handle insulation in accordance with manufacturer's instructions. Keep material dry and free of extraneous materials. Any materials that show visual evidence of biological growth due to presence of moisture must not be installed on the building project. Ensure personal protective clothing and respiratory equipment is used as required. Observe safe work practices.

3.3.1.1 Electrical wiring

Do not install insulation in a manner that would sandwich electrical conductors, that are not installed in conduit, between two layers of insulation.

3.3.1.2 Continuity of Insulation

Install blanket insulation to butt tightly against adjoining blankets and to studs, rafters, joists, sill plates, headers and any obstructions.

Provide continuity and integrity of insulation at corners, wall to ceiling joints, roof, and floor. Avoid creating thermal bridges.

3.3.1.3 Installation at Bridging and Cross Bracing

Insulate at bridging and cross bracing by splitting blanket vertically at center and packing one half into each opening. Butt insulation at bridging and cross bracing; fill in bridged area with loose or scrap insulation.

3.3.1.4 Cold Climate Requirement

Place insulation to the outside of pipes.

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