[demolition and removal] [encapsulation] of [_____] located [_____] [which
chemically bound materials containing asbestos would not be considered
hazardous; however, this material may release airborne asbestos fibers
during demolition and removal and therefore must be handled in accordance
with the removal and disposal procedures as specified herein.] Provide
[negative pressure enclosure] [_____] techniques as outlined in this
specification. The Navy will evacuate the [building] [work area] during
the asbestos abatement work. All asbestos removal work shall be supervised
by a competent person as specified herein.
1.3.1.1
Wallboard/Joint Compound
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NOTE: When both composite and discrete sampling and
testing is done on wallboard/joint compound ,
include and edit the following to address the site
specific situation:
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[Both composite samples of the wallboard and discrete samples of the
components (wallboard and joint compound) have been tested and results are
attached.]
[Composite samples of the wallboard system were tested and found to contain
[less than one percent asbestos] [__________]. Discrete samples of the
wallboard were tested and found to contain [less than one percent
asbestos.] [__________]. Discrete samples of the joint compound were
tested and found to contain [greater than one percent asbestos.]
[__________].]
1.3.2
Medical Requirements
Provide medical requirements including but not limited to medical
surveillance and medical record keeping as listed in 29 CFR 1926.1101.
1.3.2.1
Medical Examinations
Before exposure to airborne asbestos fibers, provide workers with a
comprehensive medical examination as required by 29 CFR 1926.1101 or other
pertinent State or local directives. This requirement must have been
satisfied within the 12 months prior to the start of work on this contract.
The same medical examination shall be given on an annual basis to
employees engaged in an occupation involving asbestos and within 30
calendar days before or after the termination of employment in such
occupation. Specifically identify x-ray films of asbestos workers to the
consulting radiologist and mark medical record jackets with the word
"ASBESTOS."
1.3.2.2
Medical Records
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NOTE: Medical records shall be retained at least 50
years. Some States require longer retention
periods. Check with the State in which the project
is located for the required retention time.
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Maintain complete and accurate records of employees' medical examinations,
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