PART 3
EXECUTION
3.1
EXISTING FACILITIES TO BE REMOVED
3.1.1
Structures
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NOTE: Where necessary, add additional requirements
relating to specific types of existing construction
such as masonry, concrete, and other special
requirements for removal work. It is very difficult
to specify particular removal criteria in a guide
specification or even a project specification. It
may be more advantageous to show the work on the
drawings.
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a. Remove existing structures indicated to be removed to [grade] [top
of foundation walls] [[_____] meters feet below grade]. Interior
walls, other than retaining walls and partitions, shall be removed to
[_____] meters feet below grade or to top of concrete slab on ground.
Basement slabs shall be broken up to permit drainage. Sidewalks,
curbs, gutters and street light bases shall be removed as indicated.
b. Demolish structures in a systematic manner from the top of the
structure to the ground. Complete demolition work above each tier or
floor before the supporting members on the lower level are disturbed.
Demolish concrete and masonry walls in small sections. Remove
structural framing members and lower to ground by means of derricks,
platforms hoists, or other suitable methods as approved by the
Contracting Officer.
c. Locate demolition equipment throughout the structure and remove
materials so as to not impose excessive loads to supporting walls,
floors, or framing.
d. Building, or the remaining portions thereof, not exceeding 25 m 80
feet in height may be demolished by the mechanical method of demolition.
3.1.2
Utilities and Related Equipment
3.1.2.1
General Requirements
Do not interrupt existing utilities serving occupied or used facilities,
except when authorized in writing by the Contracting Officer. Do not
interrupt existing utilities serving facilities occupied and used by the
Government except when approved in writing and then only after temporary
utility services have been approved and provided. Do not begin demolition
work until all utility disconnections have been made. Shut off and cap
utilities for future use, as indicated.
3.1.2.2
Disconnecting Existing Utilities
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NOTE: Where the materials, meters, or related
equipment to be affected in the area of demolition
are the property of the local utility companies and
not of the Government, the specifier shall contact
them, determine the disposition of the existing
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