Division 2 Sitework
Division 2 Sitework
Division 2 Sitework
Part 1 General
Summary
This section includes the following:
Project Conditions
Existing Utilities: Locate existing underground utilities in areas of excavation
work. If utilities are indicated to remain in place, provide adequate means of
support and protection during earthwork operations.
Provide minimum of 3 days notice to architect and receive written notice to
proceed before interrupting any utility.
Use of explosives is not permitted.
Protection of persons and property should be practiced. Barricade open
excavations and post with warning lights.
Protect structures, utilities, sidewalks, pavements and other facilities from
damage caused by settlement, lateral movement, undermining, washout and
other hazards created by earthwork operations.
Part 2 Products
Drainage fill : Evenly graded mix of stone 100% passing a 1 sieve
Backfill and fill: Soil free of clay, rock or gravel larger than 2
Batter boards: 1 thick ledger boards
Part 3 Execution
Building lines and levels
Locate and lay out batter boards for structures, building foundations, column
grids and locations, floor levels and control lines and levels required for
mechanical and electrical work. Set batter 6 beyond all corners and stretch lines
across the location of exterior faces of the walls.
Dewatering
Prevent surface water and subsurface or ground water from flowing into
excavations and flooding, project site and surrounding area.
Do not allow accumulation of water in excavations. Provide pumps, well points,
sumps, suction and discharge lines to convey water away from excavations.