DIVISION 31 - EARTHWORK SECTION 31 23 00 EXCAVATION AND FILL PART 1 - GENERAL 1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS A. Drawings and General Provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and other Division I Specification Sections, apply to this Section. 1.2 SUMMARY A. The work under this Section includes the following: 1. Excavation for site improvements 2. Filling, backfilling, and compaction 1.3 RELATED WORK A. The following similar work is specified under other Sections: 1. Section 01 45 23, Testing and Inspection Services 2. Section 03 30 00 Concrete Work: Sidewalk Replacement 1.4 STANDARDS A. All work to be performed under this Section shall comply with the provisions of Sections 202, 203, 204, 207 and 208 of the "NJDOT Standard Specification for Road and Bridge Construction," as amended herein. 1.5 SUBMITTALS A. If excess excavated material is to be used for structural fill, provide Certificate from testing agency, approved by Contracting Officer, that the fill material meets the Specifications. B. Certification for each type of fill material, certifying that the material is clean in accordance with New Jersey Administrative Code (NJAC 7:26E-6). C. Provide an underground utility survey of all utilities in the area of excavation work, including, but not limited to, underground water, sewer, telecom/data lines, and electrical duct banks including owner owned distributions. 1.6 REFERENCES A. ASTM C 136 Method for Sieve Analysis of Fine and Course Aggregates B. ASTM C 136 Test Method for Particle Size Analysis of Soils C. ASTM D 698 Test Methods for Moisture-Density Relations of Soils and Soil-Aggregate Mixtures Using 5.5 Pound Rammer and 12 inch Drop D. ASTM D 1556 Test Method for Density of Soil in Place by the Sand-Cone Method E. ASTM D 2167 Test Method for Density and Unit Weight of Soil In-Place by the Rubber Balloon Method F. ASTM D 2487 Classification of Soils for Engineering Purposes (Unified Soil Classification System) G. ASTM D 2922 Test Methods for Density of Soil and Soil-Aggregate in Place by Nuclear Methods (Shallow Depth) H. ASTM D 3017 Test Method for Moisture Content of Soil and Soil-Aggregate in Place by Nuclear Methods (Shallow Depth) I. ASTM D 4318 Test Method for Liquid Limit, Plastic Limit, and Plasticity Index of Soils WATER INFILTRATION REPAIRS PAGE 31-1 OCTOBER 21, 2011 TAXATION BUILDING TRENTON, MERCER COUNTY, NJ PROJECT No. A 1117-00
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DIVISION 31 - EARTHWORK
SECTION 31 23 00EXCAVATION AND FILL
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS
A. Drawings and General Provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and other
Division I Specification Sections, apply to this Section.
1.2 SUMMARY
A. The work under this Section includes the following:
1. Excavation for site improvements
2. Filling, backfilling, and compaction
1.3 RELATED WORK
A. The following similar work is specified under other Sections:
1. Section 01 45 23, Testing and Inspection Services
A. All work to be performed under this Section shall comply with the provisions of Sections 202, 203, 204, 207
and 208 of the "NJDOT Standard Specification for Road and Bridge Construction," as amended herein.
1.5 SUBMITTALS
A. If excess excavated material is to be used for structural fill, provide Certificate from testing agency, approved
by Contracting Officer, that the fill material meets the Specifications.
B. Certification for each type of fill material, certifying that the material is clean in accordance with New Jersey
Administrative Code (NJAC 7:26E-6).
C. Provide an underground utility survey of all utilities in the area of excavation work, including, but not limited
to, underground water, sewer, telecom/data lines, and electrical duct banks including owner owned
distributions.
1.6 REFERENCES
A. ASTM C 136 Method for Sieve Analysis of Fine and Course Aggregates
B. ASTM C 136 Test Method for Particle Size Analysis of Soils
C. ASTM D 698 Test Methods for Moisture-Density Relations of Soils and Soil-Aggregate Mixtures
Using 5.5 Pound Rammer and 12 inch Drop
D. ASTM D 1556 Test Method for Density of Soil in Place by the Sand-Cone Method
E. ASTM D 2167 Test Method for Density and Unit Weight of Soil In-Place by the Rubber Balloon
Method
F. ASTM D 2487 Classification of Soils for Engineering Purposes (Unified Soil Classification System)
G. ASTM D 2922 Test Methods for Density of Soil and Soil-Aggregate in Place by Nuclear Methods
(Shallow Depth)
H. ASTM D 3017 Test Method for Moisture Content of Soil and Soil-Aggregate in Place by Nuclear
Methods (Shallow Depth)
I. ASTM D 4318 Test Method for Liquid Limit, Plastic Limit, and Plasticity Index of Soils
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J. ASTM D-1557 Standard Test Methods for Laboratory Compaction Characteristics of Soil UsingModified Effort (56,000 ft-lbl/ft3(2,700 kN-m/m3))
1.7 QUALITY ASSURANCE TESTING
A. Backfilling/compaction operations shall be controlled by testing. Compaction shall be determined byASTM D-698. The Contractor shall engage and pay for an approved testing agency to control testingoperations. Refer to requirements of Section 01 45 23, Testing and Inspection Services.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1 MATERIALS
A. Fill Material: Well graded sand and gravel free of deleterious material and organic matter and containing nomore than 12% fines (minus No. 200 sieve size).
B. General Fill Material: Excavated on-site material meeting the requirements for Imported Fill Materials may beused within concrete walkways, below the 6" stone fill, subject to testing and with prior approval of theArchitect.
C. Imported Fill Materials: Off-site material meeting the requirements of sandy soils (SW, SP or SM inaccordance with ASTM D 2487), free of deleterious material and organic matter meeting the followinggradation:
Sieve Size Percent By Weight PassingSquare Mesh Sieve
Samples and analysis of all imported materials to be submitted in accordance with Section 1.5 Submittals.
D. Stone Fill: New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) Standard Coarse Aggregate Size No. 57 for useas pipe bedding and under structures and grade slabs. The particle size distribution or gradation curve shall bewithin the ranges shown below.
Sieve Size Percent By Weight PassingSquare Mesh Sieve
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DIVISION 31 - EARTHWORK
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 SITE PREPARATION
A. Confirm that the limits of the proposed earthwork are as depicted on the Contract Drawings.
B. Do not begin any fill operations without prior investigation to determine the location of any and all
underground utilities in the vicinity of the proposed earthwork.
C. During a dry and favorable weather period, establish the desired subgrade, level, proof roll, and perform
primary compaction of the subgrade. Conduct compaction tests on the prepared subgrade as specified under
Section 1.7 of these specifications.
3.2 GENERAL EXCAVATION
A. Excavation shall be carried to the limits required by the construction. Material shall be removed to the lines
and depth to allow construction of the various portions of the Project.
B. All excavation shall be unclassified, and all material of whatever character encountered shall be removed,
including bituminous and concrete pavements, footings and foundations, whether shown on the plan, or as
may be encountered during the course of construction.
3.3 EXCESS MATERIAL
A. Excess soil material from excavation, where unsuitable or in excess of material required on the site for
construction, shall be removed from the Project Site.
3.4 DEWATERING
A. If ground or rain water occurs in excavated areas, the Contractor shall dewater by pumping, well pointing or
other approved methods except as herein provided.
3.5 FILL PLACEMENT
A. Do not place fill until the required excavation and foundation preparation have been completed, and have
been inspected and approved by the Architect.
B. Do not place fill on frozen surfaces, or on surfaces covered, or partially covered by snow or ice.
C. Do not place fill that contains frozen material.
D. Place fill in approximately horizontal layers. The thickness of each layer before compaction must be
suitable for the final compacted layer thickness for the fill being placed.
E. Filling and backfilling shall consist of depositing, spreading and compacting of approved materials to be
required elevation indicated. Materials shall consist of suitable earth material, free from debris, organic
substances, frozen materials, clay, or other undesirable material. Borrow of excavated earth shall be
permitted if it is determined by testing to meet the requirements for controlled fill.
F. Fill material shall be placed in 8" to 10" layers. Each layer shall be spread evenly and shall be thoroughly
placed and mixed during the spreading to ensure uniformity of material in each layer. Surface of the fill
shall be kept at a slight slope to facilitate drainage of any ground or surface water that enters the excavation.
The moisture content of the fill material shall be at or slightly below the optimum moisture content for the
soils being utilized during the entire compaction operation. If in the opinion of the Architect or the NJBA
Construction Inspector, the fill is too dry for proper compaction, the Contractor shall spray the fill with
sufficient quantity of clean water to bring the fill to the proper moisture content. No fill material shall be
placed, spread or compacted while the ground or fill is frozen or thawing or during unfavorable conditions.
When work is interrupted by heavy rain, fill operations shall not be resumed unless the moisture content
and density of the fill are as previously specified. The ground water shall be kept a minimum of 2' below
the surface of the fill during the backfilling operation. Compaction of the fill shall be achieved by suitable
methods using roller and/or vibratory compactors of the proper size commensurate with the construction
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area. Manual compactors shall be used within five (5) feet of constructed or existing foundations, walls,slabs.
G. After excavation for footings, exposed footing subgrade shall be compacted by a minimum of two passeswith a "jumping jack" compactor immediately prior to placement of footing concrete and tested forcompaction of 95% maximum dry density.
H. The minimum density to be obtained in the earth backfill and porous fill shall be 95% of "maximumdensity" as defined in ASTM D-698, Compacted soil not meeting required density when tested in placeshall be replaced or removed until additional tests, at Contractor's expenses, indicate compliance withspecifications.
I. Install a minimum 6" layer of #57 stone under all walkway slabs and compact.
3.6 TESTING
A. The Contractor must perform such tests as are necessary to provide the information required for theproper execution of the earthwork described on the Contract Drawings and specified herein.
B. Backfilling/compaction operations shall be controlled by testing. Compaction shall be determined byASTM D-698 and meet the following:
Location Percent Maximum Dry Density(ASTM D-698)
Site (non Load Bearing) 95%
C. Inspection results shall be reported in writing to Architect and Contractor on same day that inspectionsare made. Reports shall contain location, depth of fill, depth of lift, thickness of aggregate base course.The Architect and Contractor are to be notified verbally at the time of inspection of any deviations fromthe construction documents. Report shall note all deviations that were not corrected prior to continuedoperations. Handwritten, legible, initial reports are acceptable.
D. Fill placed at densities lower than that specified, or at moisture contents outside the specified acceptablerange, or otherwise not in conformance with the requirements of this specification, must be re-workedto meet those requirements, or removed and replaced with acceptable material, placed in accordancewith all of the requirements of this specification, and at no additional cost to the State.
3.7 FINAL CLEANUP
A. All areas occupied by the Contractor in connection with the Project shall be cleaned of all rubbish; excessmaterials, temporary structures and equipment, and all parts of the site shall be left in an acceptable condition.
END OF SECTION
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HAZARDOUS MATERIALS REPORTfor
WATER INFILTRATION REPAIRSAT
TAXATION BUILDINGTRENTON, MERCER COUNTY, NJ
DPMC PROJECT No. Al1117-00
Prepared for.
Ronald A. Sebring Associates, LLC405 Richmond Avenue
Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey 08742
Prepared by:
USA Environmental Management, Inc.344 West State Street
Trenton, New Jersey 08618
USAEMI Project No. 11 -020492-01DPMC Project No. Al 117-00
June 15, 2011 (revised June 30, 2011)
Environmental Engineering Construction
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Appendix I Certificates of Analysis, Chain of Custody Records &Materials Photo Log
Appendix 11 Project Documentation/Certificationls
Appendix III PCB In Caulk
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1.0 Executive Summary
USA Environmental Management, Inc., (USAEMI) was contracted by Ronald A. SebringAssociates, LLC, to conduct a limited environental assessment in conjunction with theproposed Water Infiltration Repairs project of the Taxation Building, located in Trenton, MercerCounty, New Jersey; DPMC Project Number Al 117-00. The purpose of the inspection was todetect the presence or absence of asbestos-containing materials associated with the planned waterinfiltration repairs project.
The inspection for asbestos-containing materials (ACM) was conducted in June 7, 2011, by Mr.John T. Duggan, Jr., and Ms. Nora Pearse. Both Mr. Duggan and Ms. Pearse are certified UnitedStates Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA), Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act(AHERA) asbestos building inspectors, with significant experience in ACM survey andremediation project design. Documentation of the inspectors certifications are appended in thisreport.
During the course of its assessment USAEMI noted nine (9) suspect materials which may beimpacted from the proposed work. The suspect materials identified were sampled in sufficientquantity as mandated by 40 CFR, Part 763.87(a). Of the suspect materials sampled, three (3)tested positive for asbestos (greater than 1% by weight). Materials sampled for asbestos contentand/or assumed ACM are listed below.
TAXATION BUILDING - WATER INFILTRATION REPAIRSID _ ~bso
No. M~~fra &YSit~ Conen Quantiy1 Grey Caulk Associated with Sidewalk and Seal of Building None Detected N/A2 Brown Caulk Associated with Granit Panels at Exterior None Detected N/A3 Light Grey Caulk Associated with Precast Concrete Panels at Exterior None Detected N/A4 Grey Caulk Associated with Window Seal at Frame None Detected N/A5 Grey/Brown Glazing Associated with Window Pane None Detected IN/A6 Grey Caulk Associated with Metal Flashing and Door 2% Chrysotile 80 Linear Feet*7 Brown Caulk Associated with Roof Mounted Vents (Intake/Exhaust) 2% Chrysotile 75 Linear Feet*8 Grey Caulk Associated with Metal Girders None Detected N/A9 1 Black Caulk Associated with Building Metal Flashing* 3% Chrysotile 15 Linear Feet*
*Quantities are indicated for areas Client indicated may be impacted during the project.* * Material appeared to be remnant of an existing roof only noted in limited areas. This materialmay exist at all flashing locations.
A discussion of the potential health risks associated with asbestos exposure can be found withinSection 2.0. Section 3.0 discusses potential regulatory issues associated with asbestos. Section4.0 gives a further account of the assessment and sampling methodology used.
2.0 Asbestos and Health
During the last few decades the medical evidence has continued to mount regarding theimportance of environmental factors as a source of carcinogenicity. Asbestos is regulated by the
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Occupational Safety and Health Administration, cited by the National lnstitute for Occupational
Safety and Health, the International Agency for Research on Cancer, the National Toxicology
Program, and the Carcinogens Assessment Group of the Federal USEPA.
As a result of the pervasive use of this material, asbestos has become a widespread
environmental contaminant for large segments of our society and has been conclusively
demonstrated to cause fibrosis and malignancies of the lung and other organs. The majority of
the evidence comes from industrial exposure to this material, whereas exposures were more
intense and for a greater period of time. However, there is also evidence that low exposures to
asbestos fibers may also have carcinogenic potential.
Asbestos fibers resist degradation and persist in the environment, because of the fibers particular
structure, they possess aerodynamic capabilities for prolonged suspension and repeated cycles of
re-entrainment.
Asbestos fibers find entry into the body by inhalation and through ingestion. The retained fibers
are found in tissues throughout the lifetime of the exposed person - long after cessation of
exposure. It has been demonstrated that asbestos fibers can migrate to other organs.
Malignancies related to inhalation and ingestion include cancer of the lungs, mesotheliomia of the
pleura and peritoneum (lining of the lung and abdominal region), and neoplasms of other sites.
The degree and duration of exposure to develop an asbestos related health disorder is unknown at
this time. However, a report to the U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission by the Chronic
Hazard Advisory Panel on Asbestos reports:
From a public health standpoint, and in the absence of final clarifications of the
uncertainties, it is prudent to behave as if asbestos fibers may be carcinogenic at low level
exposure and at small particle sizes.
3.0 Asbestos Re2ulations
The United States Environmental Protection Agency, (EPA) National Emission Standards for
Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAPS), Asbestos Regulations 40 CER 61, Subpart M, require a
"Ten-Day Notification" sent to the Regional USEPA office (N.Y., N.Y. for Region 11.) prior to
the start of a project. This regulation is primarily for the protection of the environment from
visible emissions of asbestos fibers, with respect to removal and demolition. The EPA also
regulates the use of environmental controls, proper labeling and disposal, of ACM.
The United States Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration
(OSHA), regulates worker protection. These regulations define a Permissible Exposure Limit
(PEL) over an 8-hour work day as a Time Weighted Average (TWA) and specifically provide for
methods of compliance including engineering controls, work practices, personal protective
equipment, respiratory protective programs, personal monitoring, environmental monitoring,
caution signs, waste disposal, record keeping and medical examinations. It is the Contractor's
responsibility to comply with OSHA regulations.
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The State of New Jersey, Department of Community Affairs (DCA), regulates asbestosabatement activities at educational, municipal, county and state owned or leased facilities, aspromulgated in New Jersey Administrative Code (NJAC) 5:23-8 et. seq. Removal of asbestosmaterial from the above regulated buildings, meeting certain criteria of linear and/or squarefootage, [greater than ten (10) linear feet and/or greater than twenty-five (25) square feet], andtypes of removal methods, requires a construction permit. However, materials that are deemedas non-friable, such as; floor tile, cement board panels, etc., are not regulated by NJAC 5:23-8 aslong as the removal methods maintain the material intact. Asbestos abatement in facilities thatare to undergo demolition or that are privately owned, with exception to educational facilities(K- 12 and Colleges), are not within the jurisdiction of NJAC 5:23 -8.
The removal of roofing materials, such as; tar paper, asphalt roof, flashing, etc., duringrenovation activities require proper disposal in accordance with the State of New Jersey,Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). When a building, or a portion of the building,is scheduled for demolition roofing materials are required to be removed and disposed of bylicensed Contractors/individuals, in accordance with NJAC 12:120-1 .4(b)5.
The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development (DOLWD), licensesContractors and individuals that perform asbestos abatement work. A licensed AsbestosAbatement Contractor is required when materials greater than three (3) square or linear are to bedisturbed. The DOLWD also mandates air sampling protocols where NJAC 5:23-8 is notapplicable to a project.
DEP regulates the disposal of asbestos containing materials in accordance with N.J.A.C. 7:26-12et seq. The DEP regulations pertain to the generator's requirements for the management,transportation and disposal of asbestos containing material (ACM). Asbestos Containing WasteMaterial (ACWM) that contains greater than or equal to 1% of asbestos, as determined byPolarized Light Microscopy. Asbestos waste is disposed of as ID #27A waste as defined atN.J.A.C. 7:26-2.1 3(g)viii.
The State of New Jersey, Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS), conductsNESHAPS inspections for the EPA. lIn addition, the DHSS performs inspections to ensureproper abatement methods are being utilized to protect the health of occupants. As with theEPA, a "Ten Day Notification" is filed with the DCA, DHSS and DOLWD for inspectionpurposes.
4.0 Survey Results
This survey was confined to those materials that USAEMI considered to be suspect asbestos-containing materials. This survey was performed during daytime hours. Throughout theassessment, EPA AHERA, 40 CFR, Part 763 protocol was stringently observed. All of thesamples collected were in areas where damage already existed. All bulk samples extracted weretaken in compliance with 40 CFR, Part 763.86. Prior to each sampling effort, the material wasspray-misted using amended water. This precautionary measure was employed to preventairborne fiber emissions. All sampled materials were individually packaged to preventcontamination. Samples were delivered to an independent laboratory and analysis was
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performed via Polarized Light Microscopy (PLM) in accordance with 40 CER, Part 763.87(a)
and/or Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM). The results of each sample and corresponding
Certificates of Analysis are appended to this report. Results include the type and percentage of
asbestos, if found in the sampled material, and the method of analysis.
The exterior materials which may be impacted by the Water Infiltration Repairs project were
surveyed and tested for asbestos content. USAEMI found nine (9) suspect asbestos-containing
materials. Of the materials sampled, three (3) were determined to be positive for asbestos
(greater than 1% of asbestos by weight) and/or assumed to be asbestos-containing.
Disclaimer
The client should be aware that this survey did not incorporate destructive demolition to access
hidden or obscured asbestos-containing materials (ACM). Non-observable asbestos -containing
materials found in such areas as vinyl asbestos floor tile which has been overlaid with plywood,
insulated piping lines in wall cavities, asbestos nailcrete below tongue and groove flooring,internal boiler ACM, ACM on pipes buried in concrete slabs and other potential ACM which isinaccessible for sample extraction due to the physical coverage of the material. USAEMII will
assure, however, that due diligence is observed in performing sampling by generally recognized
industry sampling practices.
PCB's in Caulk
Section 1.0 Introduction
USA Environmental Management, Inc., (USAEMI) conducted an inspection for suspect
Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs) in caulks and glazing's that could be potentially impacted the
exterior repair project at the subject located in Trenton New Jersey. DPMC Project No. Al 117-00.
Site activities were confined to those locations where exterior building seam caulk and windows
will be impacted and/or removed to facilitate the aforementioned upgrades. Suspect PCB3
containing window glazing's and caulks were identified in the grey/brown window glazing and
in the caulk associated with the pre-cast white exterior panels.
The inspection was completed by Ms. Nora Pearce. Ms. Pearce is Hazardous Waste Operations
and Emergency Responder (HAZWOPER) certified, as per 29 CFR, Part 1910.120. Mr.
Newsome provided technical assistance. Analytical services were provided by EMSL
Analytical, Inc., of Cinnaminson, New Jersey. EMSL Analytical, Inc., is accredited by the
American Industrial Hygiene Association (AHIA) and is certified by the State of New Jersey,Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP). EMSL Analytical, Inc., is also pre-qualified
by the State of New Jersey, Department of the Treasury, Division of Property Management and
Construction (DPMC).
Section 2.0 Discussion on PCBs
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PCBs were widely utilized between 1929 and 1977 in the United States as coolants andlubricants in electrical equipment (i.e., capacitors, transformers, light ballasts, appliances),plasticizers, surface coatings, inks, adhesives, flame retardants, pesticides, paints and carbonlessduplicating paper, for their insulating properties, chemical stability and relative inflammability.Many of the products in the United States were manufactured by the Monsanto Corporation andmarketed under the name Aroclor. There are different types of Aroclor, based on theconcentrations of chlorine. Four (4) digit numbers followed the name Aroclor, where the lasttwo (2) numbers indicated the percent of chlorine content by weight.
PCB products were banned in the United States in 1977. However, the environmental impact ofPCBs is still evident with the accidental release from the spill of electrical equipment still in use,and/or incomplete combustion of PCB products in fires. Releases impact the soil or water byvolatilization and cycled to the atmosphere and returned to the soil.
Epidemiological information for the human health effects from PCBs is based on animal toxicitystudies. There is general information, however, on observed health effects in humans. Skinirritations, such as acne and rashes, can occur from dermal contact. Nose, eye and lungirritations have also been reported from inhalation of ftumes from volatilization of PCBs. It hasalso been noted that animals suffer, liver, stomach, and thyroid gland damage from oral contactwith PCB contaminated food. Liver, kidney and skin damage was noted from dermal contactand kidney damage was documented from inhalation in animals. Currently, the United StatesEnvironmental Protection Agency (USEPA) has classified PCBs as a possible human carcinogenbased on animal studies. It is also believed that different PCB mixtures vary in potency, andcould possibly cause reproductive organ damage in humans.
Recently, PCBs in caulk has become a prevalent issue within the United States, prompted bystudies conducted in Finland. The Finland investigation revealed a correlation between PCBs incaulk and that of airborne PCBs and PCBs in blood of construction workers coming in contactwith such materials. The United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) regulatesdisposal of caulking that contains >50 parts per million under the Toxic Substances Control Act(TSCA) and PCB regulations, 40 CFR, Part 761.
Section 3.0 PCB Sampling Strategy, Sample Extraction and Analysis
USAEMI collected composite samples of exterior window glazing's and caulk from the TaxationBuilding. Approximately four (4) grams of material was extracted and submitted for eachcomposite sampled location. Samples were analyzed by EMSL Analytical, Inc., in accordancewith ASTM D 5755.
Section 4.0 PCB Results
The USEPA defines PCB 's as those materials which are greater than, or equal to, 50 milligramsper Kilogram (mg/Kg), which is equivalent to 50 parts per million (ppm). Many of the productsin the United States were manufactured by the Monsanto Corporation and marketed under thename Aroclor. There are different types of Aroclor, based on the concentrations of chlorine.
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Four (4) digit numbers followed the name Aroclor, where the last two (2) numbers indicated the
percent of chlorine content by weight. PCB's were identified in two (2) of the materials
sampled as part of our assessment as follows:
SampeLctonMtra Aroclor Detected
Sample Number Glazing Between Window Aroclor 10 16 - <46 mg/Kg
05NP06071 109 and Window Frame Aroclor 1221 - <46 mg/Kg
Based on the analytical results above, the glazing associated with window glazing and precast
concrete panels is a PCB contaminated material. The precast concrete panel caulk and windows,if being removed and replaced, will require removal by an experienced Environmental
Remediation Contractor. Personnel conducting the abatement work will, at a minimum, be
required have lead awareness training. A conservative approach would required workers to
maintain Hazardous Waste Operations Training (HAZWOPER).
There are a number of disposal options for the impacted materials; contingent upon the levels of
PCB's found in the materials. Materials revealing PCB concentrations between 0-50 ppm are
considered PCB Containing and can most likely be disposed of as a construction waste under
NJDEP guidance. Materials revealing PCB concentrations between 50-500 ppm are considered
PCB Contaminated, will require NJDEP and USEPA disposal under the TSCA requirements
(treatment & landfill at Environmental Quality in Michigan). Materials revealing PCB
concentrations greater than 500 ppm will require NJDEP and USEPA disposal under the TSCA
requirements (incineration at Clean Harbors in Alabama).
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The extent of abatement is also an item for discussion as EPA recommends scarifying porous substraights where PCB caulks have been located as the PCB's have been known to migrate fromthe caulks to the porous sub straight (in some cases 1/4 to 1 inch away from the seam location).We would recommend further testing and analysis prior to specifying any abatement actionsassociated with these materials. The additional testing and analysis would include at least 3additional bulk samples of each material that tested positive and wipe samples of the remainingscarified sub straights. The bulk samples would confirm the previous analytical data and thewipe samples would assist in determining the amount of scarification required to achieve a cleansub straight.
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APPENDIX I
Certificates of Analysis, Chain of Custody Records &Materials Photo Log
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Theo following analytical report covers the analysis performed on samples submitted toEMSL Analytical, Inc. on 61812011. The results are tabulated on the attled data pagesfor the Wolowing client designated project
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The retrerice number for these samples is EMSL Order #011102794. Please use thisreference when calling about these sample&. If you havie any quetions, please do notbesitate to contact me~ at (856) 850-4800,
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Attn John T. Duggan, Jr. Custmer 10 LSAb3
USA Environmental Management. Inc. CustmerPC!
344 West State St. RLOv- 01M1 12:00 PM
Trenton, NJ 08618 ?MSL rder 011102794
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Aft: John T. Duggan, Jr. OUStornerID: USA3USA Environmental ManeMnst 1 Inc. cusitomer PO:344 West State St.Rc~e: 0/61 20PTrenton, NJ 08618 EMSL Order 011 102794