3.1005.2a
All worker safety specifications will be in accordance with SWS 2.0100.3 Worker Safety
Ensure worker safety, especially in regard to fall protection considerations and contaminants found in demolition, such as asbestos, lead, polychlorinated biphenyls, etc.
3.1005.2b
Occupant will be notified of changes or repairs to be made
Ensure occupant safety
3.1005.2c
Glazing systems and curbs will be inspected for air and water leakage, integrity, proper operation, and security
Repairs will be completed before insulation installation
If the items above cannot be repaired, the glazing systems will be recommended for replacement before installing insulation
Skylight shaft will be inspected to determine insulation strategy
Determine the scope of glazing system repair
Prepare skylight for insulation installation
3.1005.2d
Sealants will be compatible with their intended surfaces and applied in accordance with manufacturer specifications
Selection will be durable, pest resistant, and have a weather-appropriate seal
Indoor sealants will be low volatile organic compound (
VOC
VOC
Volatile organic compound
) products that meet independent testing and verification protocols, such as Green Seal GS-36, "GREENGUARD Children and Schools," or comparable certifications
Fire-resistance-rated assemblies will be provided with sealants permitted by the authority having jurisdiction and adopted building code
Prevent intrusion of moisture and pests into the sealed assembly
Prevent exposing workers or occupants to excessive
VOC
VOC
Volatile organic compound
levels
Ensure sealant meets or exceeds the performance characteristics of the assembly and is compliant with local fire code requirements
3.1005.2e
Holes and penetrations will be sealed
Bypasses will be blocked and sealed
Holes within fire-resistance-rated assemblies will be filled with a material permitted by the authority having jurisdiction and adopted building code
Prevent air leakage
Preserve fire-resistant properties of fire-resistance-rated assemblies
3.1005.2f
Insulation will be installed in accordance with manufacturer specifications, and in full contact with all sides of existing cavity without gaps, voids, compressions, misalignments, or wind intrusions
Fibrous insulation installed on the well walls will be adequately secured to prevent falling or shifting out of place, and will be installed with a continuous backing on the side exposed to the air
Insulation will be installed to prescribed R-value
Insulation will be installed to meet the specific characteristics of the assembly
Insulate to prescribed R-value
Meet all applicable codes
3.1005.2g
Documentation of material and R-value will be provided to building operations staff
Provide occupant with documentation of installation
