and without prior notice, samples of the termiticides used to determine if
the amount of active ingredient specified on the label is being applied.
3.5
VERIFICATION OF MEASUREMENT
Once termiticide application has been completed, tank contents shall be
measured to determine the remaining volume. The total volume measurement
of used contents for the application shall equal the established
application rate for the project site conditions. The Contractor shall
provide written verification of the measurements.
3.6
CLEAN UP, DISPOSAL, AND PROTECTION
Once application has been completed, the Contractor shall proceed with
clean up and protection of the site without delay.
3.6.1
Clean Up
The site shall be cleaned of all material associated with the treatment
measures, according to label instructions, and as indicated. Excess and
waste material shall be removed and disposed off site.
3.6.2
Disposal of Termiticide
The Contractor shall dispose of residual termiticides and containers off
Government property, and in accordance with label instructions and EPA
criteria.
3.6.3
Protection of Treated Area
Immediately after the application, the area shall be protected from other
use by erecting barricades and providing signage as required or directed.
Signage shall be in accordance with Section 10430 EXTERIOR SIGNAGE.
Signage shall be placed inside the entrances to crawl spaces and shall
identify the space as treated with termiticide and not safe for children
and animals.
3.7
CONDITIONS FOR SATISFACTORY TREATMENT
3.7.1
Equipment Calibrations and Measurements
Where results from the equipment calibration and tank measurements tests
are unsatisfactory, re-treatment will be required.
3.7.2
Testing
Should an analysis, performed by a third party, indicate that the samples
of the applied termiticide contain less than the amount of active
ingredient specified on the label, and/or if soils are treated to a depth
less than specified or approved, re-treatment will be required.
3.7.3
Disturbance of Treated Soils
Soil and fill material disturbed after treatment shall be re-treated before
placement of slabs or other covering structures.
3.7.4
Termites Found Within the Warranty Period
If live subterranean termite infestation or termite damage is discovered
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