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SECTION 02 41 19 – SELECTIVE DEMOLITION
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.01
RELATED DOCUMENTS
A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary
Conditions and Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.
B. Specifications throughout all Divisions of the Project Manual are directly applicable to this
Section, and this Section is directly applicable to them.
1.02
REFERENCE STANDARDS
A. The latest published edition of a reference shall be applicable to this Project unless identified by
a specific edition date.
B. All reference amendments adopted prior to the effective date of this Contract shall be applicable
to this Project.
C. All materials, installation and workmanship shall comply with all applicable requirements and
standards.
1.03
SUBMITTALS
A. Record Documents:
1. Schedule indicating proposed sequence of operations for selective demolition Work to
Owner's Representative for review prior to start of Work. Include coordination for shutoff,
capping, and continuation of utility services as required, together with details for dust and
noise control protection.
a. Provide detailed sequence of demolition and removal Work to ensure uninterrupted
progress of Owner's on-site operations.
b. Coordinate with Owner's continuing occupation of portions of existing building and
with Owner's partial occupancy of completed new addition.
2. Photographs of existing conditions of structure surfaces, equipment, and adjacent
improvements that might be misconstrued as damage related to removal operations. File
with Owner's Representative prior to start of Work.
1.04
PROJECT CONDITIONS
A. Owner will occupy portions of the building immediately adjacent to areas of selective demolition.
Conduct selective demolition Work in manner that will minimize need for disruption of Owner's
normal operations. Provide minimum of 72 hours advance notice to Owner of demolition
activities that will affect Owner's normal operations.
B. Owner assumes no responsibility for actual condition of items or structures to be demolished.
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1. Conditions existing at time of inspection for bidding purposes will be maintained by Owner
insofar as practicable. However, minor variations within structure may occur by Owner's
removal and salvage operations prior to start of selective demolition Work.
C. Promptly repair damages caused to adjacent facilities by demolition Work.
D. Conduct selective demolition operations and debris removal to ensure minimum interference
with roads, streets, walks, and other adjacent occupied or used facilities.
1. Do not close, block, or otherwise obstruct streets, walks, or other occupied or used
facilities without written permission from authorities having jurisdiction. Provide alternate
routes around closed or obstructed traffic ways if required by governing regulations.
E. Do not use cutting torches for removal until Work area is cleared of flammable materials. At
concealed spaces, such as interior of ducts and pipe spaces, verify condition of hidden space
before starting flame cutting operations. Maintain portable fire suppression devices during flame
cutting operations.
F. Maintain existing utilities indicated to remain in service and protect them against damage during
demolition operations.
1. Do not interrupt utilities serving occupied or used facilities, except when authorized in
writing by authorities having jurisdiction. Provide temporary services during interruptions
to existing utilities, as acceptable to governing authorities.
2. Maintain fire protection services during selective demolition operations.
G. Use water sprinkling, temporary enclosures, and other methods to limit dust and dirt migration.
Comply with governing regulations pertaining to environmental protection.
1. Do not use water when it may create hazardous or objectionable conditions such as ice,
flooding, and pollution.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.01
GENERAL
A. All materials shall meet or exceed all applicable referenced standards, federal, state and local
requirements, and conform to codes and ordinances of authorities having jurisdiction.
2.02
MATERIAL OWNERSHIP
A. Except for items or materials indicated to be reused, salvaged, or otherwise indicated to remain
the Owner's property, demolished materials shall be become the Contractor's property and shall
be removed from the Site with further disposition of the Construction's option.
B. Historical items, relics, and similar objects including, but not limited to, cornerstones and their
contents, commemorative plaques and tablets, antiques, and other items of interest or value to
the Owner, which may be encountered during demolition, remain the Owner's property.
Carefully remove and salvage each item or object in a manner to prevent damage and deliver
promptly to the Owner.
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PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.01
PREPARATION
A. Provide interior and exterior shoring, bracing, or support to prevent movement, settlement, or
collapse of areas to be demolished and adjacent facilities to remain.
1. Cease operations and notify Owner's Representative immediately if safety of structure
appears to be endangered. Take precautions to support structure until determination is
made for continuing operations.
2. Locate, identify, stub off, and disconnect utility services that are not indicated to remain.
a. Provide bypass connections as necessary to maintain continuity of service to
occupied areas of building. Provide minimum of 72 hours advance notice to Owner if
shutdown of service is necessary during changeover.
3.02
INSTALLATION
A. Installation shall meet or exceed all applicable federal, state and local requirements, referenced
standards and conform to codes and ordinances of authorities having jurisdiction.
B. All installation shall be in accordance with manufacturer’s published recommendations.
3.03
DEMOLITION
A. Perform selective demolition Work in a systematic manner. Use such methods as required to
complete Work indicated on Drawings in accordance with demolition schedule and governing
regulations.
1. Demolish concrete and masonry in small sections. Cut concrete and masonry at
junctures with construction to remain using power driven masonry saw or hand tools; do
not use power driven impact tools.
2. Locate demolition equipment throughout structure and promptly remove debris to avoid
imposing excessive loads on supporting walls, floors, or framing.
3. Provide services for effective air and water pollution controls as required by local
authorities having jurisdiction.
4. Demolish foundation walls to a depth of not less than 12 inches below existing ground
surface. Demolish and remove below grade wood or metal construction. Break up below
grade concrete slabs.
5. For interior slabs on grade, use removal methods that will not crack or structurally disturb
adjacent slabs or partitions. Use power saw where possible.
6. Completely fill below grade areas and voids resulting from demolition Work. Provide fill
consisting of approved earth, gravel, or sand, free of trash and debris, stones over 6
inches in diameter, roots, or other organic matter.
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B. Remove culvert or sewer pipe for reuse by careful excavation of all material on the top and sides
so that the pipe will not be damaged. Removal of sewer appurtenances shall be included for
removal with the pipe. Remove pipe which are unsatisfactory for reuse, and dispose of, off the
Project Site.
C. Concrete parts of structures below the permanent ground-line shall be neatly squared off with
reinforcement cut off close to the concrete.
D. Dismantle steel structures or steel portions of structures in sections determined by the Owner's
Representative.
1. The sections shall be of such weight and dimensions which permit convenient handling,
hauling and storing.
2. Rivet and bolts connecting steel rail members, steel beams or girder spans and steel
stringers of truss spans will be removed by cutting the heads with a cold cut then
punching or drilling by a method that will not injure the member for reuse.
3. The removal of rivets and bolts from connections will not be required unless specifically
indicated.
4. Unless otherwise specified, the Contractor shall have the option of dismantling these
members by flame cutting immediately adjacent to the connection.
5. Flame-cutting will not be permitted when Drawings call for the structural unit to be
salvaged in such a manner as to permit re-erection. In such cases, all members shall be
carefully dismantled without damage, match marked with paint, and all rivets and bolts
removed from the connections.
E. Remove brick and stone structures by sledging the masonry into removal sizes. Portions of
such structures below the permanent ground-line, which will not in any manner interfere with the
proposed construction, may be left in place, but removal shall be carried at least two feet below
the permanent ground-line and neatly squared off.
F. If unanticipated mechanical, electrical, or structural elements that conflict with intended function
or design are encountered, investigate and measure both nature and extent of the conflict.
Submit report to Owner's Representative in written, accurate detail. Pending receipt of directive
from Owner's Representative, rearrange selective demolition schedule as necessary to continue
overall job progress without undue delay.
3.04
EXCAVATION AND BACKFILL
A. Back-fill to the level of the original ground-line, all excavation made in, and all openings below,
the natural ground-line caused by the removal of old structures or portions thereof.
B. That portion of the back-fill which will support any portion of the roadbed or paving shall be
placed in layers of the same thickness as those required subgrade preparation.
1. Material in each layer shall be wetted uniformly, if required, and shall be compacted to the
density required in the adjoining embankment. In places inaccessible to blading and
rolling equipment, mechanical or handtampers shall be used to obtain the required
compaction.
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C. Place that portion of the back-fill which will not support any portion of the roadbed or paving in
such a manner, and compact, to preclude settling.
3.05
DISPOSAL OF DEMOLISHED MATERIALS
A. Remove from building Site debris, rubbish, and other materials resulting from demolition
operations. Transport and legally dispose off Site.
1. If hazardous materials are encountered during demolition operations, comply with
applicable regulations, laws, and ordinances concerning removal, handling, and
protection against exposure or environmental pollution.
2. Burning of removed materials is not permitted on the Project Site.
3.06
CLEANUP AND REPAIR
A. Upon completion of demolition Work, remove tools, equipment, and demolished materials from
the Project Site. Remove protections and leave interior areas broom clean.
1. Repair demolition performed in excess of that required. Return elements of construction
and surfaces to remain to condition existing prior to start operations. Repair adjacent
construction or surfaces soiled or damaged by selective demolition Work.
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