The Contractor shall provide and utilize all equipment necessary to perform glove bag
work.
Maximum temperature of components (pipe, ducts, stacks, etc.) allowable for glove bag
Work shall be as specified by glove bag manufacturer.
If pipe insulation is in damaged condition, then this material must be repaired prior to
removal.
Removal Procedure:
1. The Contractor shall prepare the Work Area in accordance with all applicable
regulations. This includes, but is not limited to containing the Work Area by
shutting down HVAC systems, excluding unauthorized personnel from the
immediate area, closing doors, and installing warning signs.
2. Asbestos laborers involved in the negative pressure enclosure procedure shall
wear two (2) disposable suits, including gloves, hood and footwear, and
respiratory protection in accordance with regulatory guidance. All street clothes
shall be removed and stored in a Clean Room within the Work Area. The double
layer disposable suit shall be worn during the installation of the negative pressure
enclosure and throughout the procedure 1f a Decontamination Unit with a shower
is not contiguous to the Work Area. Ifa Decontamination Unit (with Shower and
Clean Room) is contiguous to the Work Area, only one layer of disposable
personal protective equipment shall be required.
3. No disturbance of ACM shall occur during construction of the glove bag.
Negative pressure enclosure procedures shall be accomplished in a constructed or
commercially available plastic "tent-enclosure". The tent-enclosure is a single use
device that shall not be reused once dismantled or collapsed.
4. HEPA Filtered Exhaust Units shall be installed in each Work Area. A centrally
located remote Decontamination Facility shall be installed. The location of the
remote Decontamination Facility shall be reviewed by the Engineer.
5. The Contractor is responsible for demonstrating the tightness of the glove bag to
the pipe.
6. During removal, periodically wet the inside surfaces of bag and any waste for
better visibility and fiber control. Use cold water to prevent fogging.
7. During removal, periodically use HEPA-vacuum to compensate for any leaks and
to reduce airborne fiber levels.
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