General Construction Specifications
SECTION 01620
STORAGE AND PROTECTION
PART 1 GENERAL
1.01 GENERAL
A. Store products immediately on delivery in accordance with the manufacturer’s printed instructions, with seals and labels intact and legible, and protect until installed in the work.
B. Arrange storage in a manner to provide easy access for inspection.
1.02 ENCLOSED STORAGE
A. Store products subject to damage by the elements in substantial weathertight enclosures.
B. Maintain temperature and humidity within the ranges required by manufacturer’s instructions.
C. Store unpacked products on shelves, in bins or in neat piles, accessible for inspection.
1.03 EXTERIOR STORAGE
A. Provide substantial platforms, blocking or skids to support fabricated products above the ground to prevent soiling or staining.
B. Cover products which are subject to discoloration or deterioration from exposure to the elements with impervious sheet coverings. Provide adequate ventilation to avoid condensation.
C. Store loose granular materials in a well-drained area on solid surfaces to prevent mixing with foreign matter.
D. Provide surface drainage to prevent flow or ponding of rainwater.
E. Prevent mixing of refuse or chemically injurious materials or liquids.
1.04 MAINTENANCE OF STORAGE
A. Maintain a periodic system of inspections of stored products on a scheduled basis to assure that:
1. Condition of storage facilities is adequate to provide required conditions.
2. Required environmental conditions are maintained on a continuing basis.
3. Surfaces of products exposed to elements are not adversely affected.
4. Note: Any weathering of products, coatings and furnishing is NOT acceptable under requirements of the Contract Documents.
B. Have complete manufacturer’s instructions for servicing accompanying each item, with notice of enclosed instructions shown on the exterior of the package, for mechanical and electrical which requires servicing during long term storage.
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