| 3.1201.8a
Worker safety | 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. |
| 3.1201.8b
Occupant safety | Occupant will be notified of changes or repairs to be made An occupant safety plan will be prepared and implemented Occupant will be notified of how to properly operate the door system | Ensure occupant safety |
| 3.1201.8c
Pre-inspection | Door system will be inspected for air and water leakage, warping, stability, holes, proper hardware operation, proper operation, and security; if the items cannot be repaired, the door will be recommended for replacement | Determine the scope of door system repair |
| 3.1201.8d
Door operation and fit | Door will be adjusted or repaired to properly fit the jamb and allow for ease of operation (e.g., hardware adjustment and/or replacement, re-plane door) | Ensure proper operation of the door system |
| 3.1201.8e
Sealant selection | 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 |
| 3.1201.8f
Frame sealing | When the door trim/frame leaks at wall, the door trim/frame will be sealed to both the exterior and interior side of the wall Door stop will be sealed to door frame When the existing door frame has penetrations due to old hardware, the abandoned penetrations will be sealed Door rail (bottom) and threshold will be adjusted and sealed to ensure tight but operable fit | Ensure the door trim/frame is airtight and watertight |
| 3.1201.8g
Weather stripping | All weather stripping will be an effective
air barrier
Air barrier
The separation between the interior and exterior environments of a building that slows air flow to the point that no smoke movement is visible at 50 pascals of pressure difference across the boundary
Durable weather stripping material will be sized to span irregularities in the door/frame, as well as seasonal variations For sliders and commercial door systems where weather stripping fits into an existing track, replacement weather strip will be sized to fit the original track and to span irregularities Weather stripping will be installed around all four sides of the door Mechanically installed weather stripping carrier will be sealed to surface Door will be tested for ease of operation and airtightness after weather stripping is installed Where doors are required to have a fire-resistance rating, all weather strips and sealants applied to the door will be compatible with the listing of the door | Identify appropriate weather stripping materials to make an airtight and watertight seal while maintaining the operation of the door Ensure door is airtight to allow for seasonal variation Ensure door operates properly after weather stripping is installed |
| 3.1201.8h
Quality assurance | Door will be adjusted to properly fit the jamb, and allow for ease of operation and security Door system will be tested for air leakage in accordance with
ASTM
ASTM
ASTM International, www.astm.org
E783-02 or
ASTM
ASTM
ASTM International, www.astm.org
E1186 | Ensure proper operation of the door and hardware Prevent air leakage through assembly |
