- 650 - SECTION 731 -- JACKING CUL VERT PIPE, SEWER PIPE, AND CASING
731.01 Description
1.This work consists of jacking culvert pipe, sewer pipe, or pipe for casings and other uses through an embankment at the locations shown in the contract.
731.02 Material Requirements
1.Pipe shall meet the Division 1000 requirements for the type shown in the pay item.
731.03 Construction Methods
1.The Contractor shall jack the pipe into the locations shown in the contract.
2.The limits of open trench excavati on will be shown in the contract.
3.The Contractor shall excavate ahead of the pipe when necessary to the minimum diameter that will allow jacking the pipe through the embankment. The bottom of the excavation shall be to the exact grade for the bottom of the pipe, and clearance of the top shall not be more than 1 ½ inches (38 mm).
731.04 Method of Measurement
1.Jacking of pipe or casing will be measured and paid for by the linear foot (meter) of each respective size and type of pipe or casing jacked.
731.05 Basis of Payment
1.P a y I t e m P a y U n i t Jacking _____ inch (mm) _____ Pipe Linear Foot (LF) [Meter (m)] Jacking _____ inch (mm) _____ Pipe, Linear Foot (LF) Class _____ [Meter (m)] Jacking _____ inch (mm) _____ Pipe, Linear Foot (LF) Type _____ [Meter (m)]
2.The pipe or casing is paid for separately. - 651 - SECTION 732 -- LEAD-BA SED PAINT REMOVAL
732.01 Description
1.This work consists of lead-based paint and the removal of lead- based painted structural steel member s which may involve abrasive removal of paint (i.e. sandblasting, scraping) , the cutting of the members, and the collection, site storage, and disposal of all paint debris waste generated during the process of removal or modifi cation of the existing structure. This work shall be done in accordance with this Specification and the method statement as approved by the Engineer. The collected paint debris waste will be characterized as hazardous waste and is subject to hazardous waste regulations.
2.In performing this work, the Contractor shall protect the environment, persons, and adjacent property from damage in accordance with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Environmental Protection Agency ( EPA) standards, and all applicable Federal, State, and local regulations.
3.The Department will take samples of paint from the existing structure and analyze for the presence of toxic metals. The results of the analysis will be shown in the contract if the existing paint contains, lead, chromium or other toxic metals.
4.Removal of paint containing hazardous metals at the levels indicated by this analysis could cr eate worker exposure conditions above regulatory limits for health and safety requirements.
5.Any test results provided by the Department are for bidding purposes only. The Contractor is required to conduct its own monitoring at project startup, and adjust worker prot ection and work practices according to the results.
732.02 Material Requirements
1.All materials used or removal of hazardous materials must be in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
732.03 Construction Methods
1.The contractor shall submit a method statement detailing removal methods and methods for capturing an d disposing of all collected waste material where paint is removed from the existing structural steel members. This method statement shall be prepared by a certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) holding valid certification from the American Board of Industrial Hygiene or other Qualified Person (QP) . The definition of a competent or qualified person is one who by possession of a recognized degree, certificate, or profe ssional standing, or who by extensive knowledge, training, and experience, has successfu lly demonstrated the ability to solve or resolve problems relating to the subject matter, the work, and the project.
2.The qualified person must be capable of identifying existing and predictable hazards in the surroundings, working conditions which are unsanitary, hazardous, or dangerous to employees, and who has authorization to take prompt correct ive measures to eliminate them.
3.The qualified person shall hav e a thorough knowledge of all applicable OSHA, EPA, state and local re gulations as they pertain to the protection of the environment and the safety and health of the workers. The
Source: Nebraska Standard Specifications for Highway Construction, 2017 Edition. Pages 684–684 of 1,048.