Specifications include, but are not limited to: ASBESTOS ABATEMENT, GENERAL a. Conduct asbestos abatement operations in a manner that fully protects Contractor's and subcontractor's employees, the general public, and building occupants from exposure to asbestos and other safety and health hazards. i. Asbestos abatement projects shall be directly supervised by a competent person as described in 29 CFR 1926.1101. ii. The supervisor/competent person must complete responsibility checklists throughout all phases of the project. b. Protect adjacent areas, materials and surfaces from damage due to demolition operations, including but not necessarily limited to the following: i. Water damage. ii. Dirt, dust and debris. iii. Abrasion. iv. Cuts and scratches. v. Holes from fasteners for temporary barriers. c. All asbestos work shall be conducted within a regulated area that complies with the following requirements: i. Post a sufficient number of signs required by 29 CFR 1926.1101 at the asbestos abatement area and at every work area entrance so that tenants, SMCPS personnel, and other contractor's employees have an opportunity to take protective measures before exposing themselves to asbestos. Place banners if necessary to secure open areas. Include information on signs indicating location and quantity of asbestos‐containing material.