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HomeMy WebLinkAbout260501 - ELECTRICAL DEMOLITION FOR REMODELING.pdfMatt the Miller’s Carmel, IN L’Acquis Number: 12056 Section 265001 Electrical Demolition For Remodeling Page 1 of 6 March 23, 2012 Section 260501 Electrical Demolition For Remodeling PART 1 � GENERAL 1.01 SUMMARY A. Section includes: 1. Electrical demolition. 2. Selective demolition. 3. Disposal of removed materials. 4. Salvage of removed materials 1.02 RELATED DOCUMENTS B. Section 02 41 30 � Minor Demolition for Remodeling 1.03 REFERENCES A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section. B. See references noted in Specification Section 26 05 00, Paragraph 1.03. 1.04 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION A. Systems not indicated to be removed, and not partially maintained, are to be removed complete. B. Electrical demolition to be performed to maintain any existing equipment, devices, or circuits, are to remain in complete and operational condition after completion of work. 1.05 QUALITY ASSURANCE A. Qualification: 1. Workman to be skilled in trades required to perform work, and certified as required, for removal and disposal of hazardous and toxic materials. B. Regulatory Requirements: Matt the Miller’s Carmel, IN L’Acquis Number: 12056 Section 265001 Electrical Demolition For Remodeling Page 2 of 6 March 23, 2012 1. Remove, store, transport and dispose of hazardous and toxic material removed under work of this Contractor in strict accordance with all requirements of Federal, State and Local Jurisdictional Codes, Regulations and Guidelines. C. Certifications: 1. Provide paperwork and documentation that all requirements for proper disposal of hazardous and toxic materials removed under work of this Contractor have been removed, stored, transported and disposed of in full and complete accordance with all Federal, State and Local Jurisdictional Codes, Regulations and Guidelines. a. Such certifications and documentations to be in format as required by Federal, State and Local Jurisdiction and shall be signed, and certified by the Contractor. D. Pre�demolition Meetings: 1. Attend any pre�construction meetings. 2. Review project schedule thoroughly prior to starting any demolition. Review new construction work and phasing to ensure that demolition work will be performed in sequence with new work so that new work is complete and operational when scheduled. 3. Review items to be salvaged as indicated in Contract Documents and verify with Owner’s Representative. a. Create plan and documentation for removal, storage and turn�over of salvaged items to Owner 1.06 DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING A. Handle materials in strict accordance with this section and all Regulatory Requirements. 1.07 PROJECT CONDITIONS A. Project Environmental Requirements:: 1. Contractor is responsible for handling all hazardous or toxic materials in strict accordance with Federal, State or Local Jurisdictional Codes, Regulations and Guidelines. B. Existing Conditions: 1. Contractor is responsible for thoroughly reviewing existing conditions of project site, and investigating existing materials that could contain hazardous or toxic materials as defined by Federal, State or Local Jurisdictional Codes, Regulations and Guidelines. Matt the Miller’s Carmel, IN L’Acquis Number: 12056 Section 265001 Electrical Demolition For Remodeling Page 3 of 6 March 23, 2012 C. Demolition work shown on Drawings is based on casual field observation and is to demonstrate intent of the work required by the Contract Documents. D. Contractor to verify field measurements and existing circuiting arrangements. E. Contractor to verify that abandoned wiring and equipment serve only abandoned facilities 1.08 SEQUENCING AND SCHEDULING A. Sequence and Schedule work in accordance with Division 00, Division 01 and Division 2. PART 2 � PRODUCTS 2.01 MANUFACTURERS A. As indicated under individual sections for materials. 2.02 EXISTING PRODUCTS A. Review existing products to be partially removed to ensure compatibility with new products to be provided. 2.03 MATERIALS A. Materials and Equipment for Patching and Extending Work: As specified in individual Sections. PART 3 � EXECUTION 3.01 EXAMINATION A. Site Verification of Conditions: Beginning of demolition means Contractor accepts existing conditions. 3.02 PREPARATION A. Protection: Protect existing surfaces, finishes, equipment, devices and other items to remain through and at completion of project to prevent damage during work of the project. B. Preparation: 1. Disconnect electrical systems in walls, floors, and ceilings scheduled for removal. Matt the Miller’s Carmel, IN L’Acquis Number: 12056 Section 265001 Electrical Demolition For Remodeling Page 4 of 6 March 23, 2012 2. Provide temporary wiring and connections to maintain existing systems in service during construction. When work must be performed on energized equipment or circuits, use personnel experienced in such operations.. C. Support existing lighting fixtures that will be utilized to provide temporary lighting on this project. 3.03 DEMOLITION A. Demolish and extend existing electrical work under provisions of Section 02 41 30 and this Section. B. Remove existing installations to accommodate new construction. C. In areas where existing ceilings are being removed and new ceilings are being provided, support all existing lighting fixtures, speakers, fire alarm devices, security system devices, conduits, wiring, and other electrical equipment that are indicated to remain and/or be installed in the new ceilings. D. Maintain access to existing electrical installations which remain active. 3.04 EXTENSION OF EXISTING ELECTRICAL WORK A. Relocate and extend existing installations to accommodate new construction. B. Extend existing installations using materials and methods compatible with existing electrical installations or as specified. C. Where existing receptacles, switches and other electrical devices and equipment are not indicated to be removed, or are specifically indicated to remain: 1. Protect existing devices and electrical equipment from damage during demolition and new construction work. 2. Where receptacles, devices or other electrical equipment to remain are fed from a receptacle, device or other electrical equipment to be removed, re�feed remaining receptacles, devices and other electrical equipment to maintain operation. All materials and work required to re�feed existing receptacles, devices and other electrical equipment is to be in strict accordance with the Contract Documents and Code requirements. 3. Where existing light switches or lighting control stations are to remain, extend or otherwise reconnect existing switches legs or control wiring removed as part of demolition of switching or control stations to be removed. 4. Label existing receptacles, devices and other electrical equipment remaining in accordance with the Contract Documents. D. Where existing devices and other electrical equipment are being removed: Matt the Miller’s Carmel, IN L’Acquis Number: 12056 Section 265001 Electrical Demolition For Remodeling Page 5 of 6 March 23, 2012 1. Remove abandoned wiring to source of supply. 2. Remove exposed abandoned conduit, including abandoned conduit above accessible ceiling finishes. Cut conduit flush with walls and floors. 3. Disconnect and remove abandoned devices. Remove abandoned boxes if conduit serving them is abandoned and removed. Provide blank cover plates for abandoned boxes which are not removed. This includes boxes for wiring devices, clocks, wall mounted speakers, etc. 4. Remove abandoned panelboards and distribution equipment. 5. Remove electrical devices and equipment serving other equipment that has been removed. 6. Remove abandoned lighting fixtures. Remove brackets, stems, hangers, and other accessories. E. Review drawings of other disciplines and where equipment is noted for removal: 1. Disconnect electrical service. 2. Remove exposed conduit, including abandoned conduit above accessible ceiling finishes. Cut concealed conduit flush with walls and floors. 3. Remove existing wiring back to the source unless otherwise noted in such a manner as to keep any other devices or equipment, that remains, in service.> 3.05 EXISTING SWITCHBOARDS AND PANELBOARDS A. Existing Switchboards: Where circuits are added, removed, or moved in existing switchboards revised the circuit labeling showing revised circuiting arrangement. B. Existing Panelboards: 1. Where circuits are added, removed, or moved in existing panelboards, provide revised type�written circuit directory showing revised circuiting arrangement. 2. Panelboards Indicated to be modified or rewired: Clean exposed surfaces and check tightness of electrical connections. Replace damaged circuit breakers and provide closure plates for vacant positions. 3.06 DISPOSAL OF EXISTING ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS A. This Contractor is responsible for the proper disposal of existing electrical materials and equipment removed during the work. This may include transformers and lighting fixture ballasts and lamps. Dispose of equipment and materials in accordance with all applicable laws, codes, and ordinances. Provide the Architect and Owner with all required documentation. Matt the Miller’s Carmel, IN L’Acquis Number: 12056 Section 265001 Electrical Demolition For Remodeling Page 6 of 6 March 23, 2012 3.07 SALVAGE A. Note certain items remain the property of the Owner. The Owner has first right of refusal of all electrical equipment. 3.08 CLEANING A. Maintain clean work area during demolition.: 1. Refer to Division 01 for additional cleaning requirements. 3.09 PROTECTION A. Protect, maintain and extend all existing fire alarm, telephone, communication and data systems, as required, to maintain uninterrupted operation. END OF SECTION 265001 Created: August 22, 2011 Revised: