3.1. Preparation 3.1.1. Locate and identify all utilities. Care should be taken not to damage utilities during demolition activities. Contractor shall always assume that all utilities are active. 3.2. Activities 3.2.1. Pavement 3.2.1.1. Identify length and location of pavement to be demolished. 3.2.1.2.Excavate and remove pavement. 3.2.1.3. Contractor shall saw cut locations where existing curb, gutter, sidewalk and pavement are to remain in place. 3.2.1.4. Dispose of excavated pavement in accordance with local laws and regulations. Burying the demolition debris on site will not be allowed. 3.2.1.5. Backfill in accordance with Section 2315 – Fill and Backfill. 3.2.2. Milled Pavement 3.2.2.1. Asphalt pavement section to be milled shall be to a minimum depth of 2”. 3.2.2.2.Contractor shall take care not to damage any remaining curb, curb inlets, manhole structures, valve boxes, etc. 3.2.2.3.Milled pavement must have a uniform surface and be free of debris. 3.2.2.4.Contractor shall maintain any existing road crowns or super elevations. 3.2.2.5.Pavement overlay shall be properly tacked. See Section 02741. 3.2.3. Sidewalk 3.2.3.1. Identify length and location of sidewalk to be demolished. 3.2.3.2. Contractor shall saw cut locations where sidewalk and pavement are to remain in place. 3.2.3.3. Excavate and remove sidewalk. 3.2.3.4. Dispose of excavated concrete material in accordance with local laws and regulations. Burying the demolition debris on site will not be allowed. 3.2.3.5. Backfill in accordance with Section 2315 – Fill and Backfill. 3.3. Regulatory and Safety Requirements 3.3.1. Contractor shall comply with federal, state, and local hauling and disposal regulations. In addition to other requirements, herein, safety requirements shall conform with ANSI A10.6. 3.4. Dust and Debris Control 3.4.1. Contractor shall prevent the spread of dust and debris on pavements and avoid the creation of a nuisance or hazard in the surrounding area. Do not use water if it results in hazardous or objectionable conditions such as, but not limited to, ice, flooding, or pollution. Sweep pavements as often as necessary to control the spread of dust, mud and debris. 3.5. Protection of Project Site 3.5.1. Traffic Control Signs – Where pedestrian and driver safety is endangered in the area of removal work, use traffic barricades with flashing lights. Page 25 of 47 3.5.2. Existing Work - Protect existing work which is to remain in place, be reused, or remain the property of the Owner. Repair items which are to remain and which are damaged during performance of the work to their original condition, or replace with new. Do not overload pavements to remain. 3.5.3. Trees - Protect existing trees located in lawns; do not damage with any equipment, remove any limbs, or drive over root zone. 3.5.4. Facilities - Protect electrical and mechanical services and utilities. Where removal of existing utilities and pavement is specified or indicated, provide approved barricades, temporary covering of exposed areas, and temporary services or connections for electrical and mechanical utilities. 3.5.5. Burning - Burning will not be permitted. 3.5.6. Relocations - Perform the removal and reinstallation of relocated items as indicated with workmen skilled in the trades involved. Repair items to be relocated which are damaged or replace items with new undamaged items as approved by the City of Roanoke.
