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313116.00 SFL - Termite Control KG

This document outlines the specifications for termite control in the construction of a Kindergarten Type 2020 project, including soil treatment procedures and related sections. It details submittal requirements, quality assurance measures, and warranty provisions for the application of toxicants. The document emphasizes the need for certified materials, experienced applicators, and proper execution to ensure effective termite prevention and control.

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313116.00 SFL - Termite Control KG

This document outlines the specifications for termite control in the construction of a Kindergarten Type 2020 project, including soil treatment procedures and related sections. It details submittal requirements, quality assurance measures, and warranty provisions for the application of toxicants. The document emphasizes the need for certified materials, experienced applicators, and proper execution to ensure effective termite prevention and control.

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Construction, Completion and Maintenance for

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SECTION 31 31 16 - TERMITE CONTROL

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:
1. Soil treatment for termite control.

B. Related Sections:
1. Section 03 30 00 - Cast-In-Place Concrete: Slabs on grade and foundations placed over
treated soil.
2. Section 31 05 13 - Soils for Earthwork: Backfill materials.
3. Section 31 23 16 - Excavation: Subgrade preparation.

1.2 REFERENCES

A. Environmental Protection Agency:


1. EPA FIFRA - Federal Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act.

B. National Pest Management Association:


1. NPMA WDO - Wood Destroying Organism Library.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

A. Section 01 33 00 - Submittal Procedures : Submittal procedures.

B. Product Data: Submit toxicants to be used, composition by percentage, dilution schedule,


intended application rate. Include product label information.

C. Test Reports: Indicate regulatory agency approval reports.

D. Manufacturer's Application Instructions: Indicate caution requirements and in accordance


with current product label of chosen pesticide.

E. Manufacturer's Certificate: Certify Products toxicants meet or exceed current label


specifications regarding pest and treatment site.

F. Certify applications followed NPMA WDO for termite control or other regional location
guidance.

1.4 CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS

A. Section 01 70 00 - Execution and Closeout Requirements: Requirements for submittals.

B. Project Record Documents: Record moisture content of soil before application, date and rate
of application, areas of application, diary of toxicity meter readings and corresponding soil
coverage.

C. Operation and Maintenance Data: Indicate re-treatment schedule.

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1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Materials: Provide certification that toxicants conform to specified requirements.

B. Materials Packing: All products used shall have manufacturer’s labels and seals.

1.6 QUALIFICATIONS

A. Manufacturer: Company specializing in manufacturing Products specified in this section with


minimum five (5) years documented experience.

B. Applicator: Company specializing in performing the Work of this section with minimum five
(5) years documented experience approved by manufacturer and licensed in State of Kuwait.

1.7 SEQUENCING

A. Section 01 10 00 - Summary : Work sequence.

B. Apply toxicant immediately prior to installation of vapor barrier under slabs-on-grade finish
grading work outside foundations in accordance with product label supplemented by the
NPCA’s ARP for termiticiding or local requirements.

1.8 WARRANTY

A. Section 01 70 00 - Execution and Closeout Requirements: Requirements for warranties.

B. Furnish five (5) year warranty from the date of Substantial completion.

C. Warranty: Include coverage for damage and repairs to building and building contents caused
by termites. Repair damage. Re-treat where required.

D. Inspect and report annually to Owner in writing.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

A. Toxicant Chemical: EPA FIFRA approved; synthetically color dyed to permit visual
identification of treated soil.

B. Diluent: Recommended by toxicant manufacturer.

2.2 MIXES

A. Mix toxicant to manufacturer's instructions.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION

A. Section 01 30 00 - Administrative Requirements :Verification of existing conditions before


starting work.

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B. Verify soil surfaces are sufficiently dry to absorb toxicant, and ready to receive treatment.

C. Verify final grading and excavation are complete.

3.2 APPLICATION

A. Apply toxicant at locations indicated in Schedule at end of section.

B. Apply extra treatment to structure penetration surfaces including pipe or ducts, and soil
penetrations including grounding rods or posts.

C. Re-treat disturbed treated soil with same toxicant as original treatment.

D. When inspection or testing identifies presence of termites, re-treat soil and re-test.

3.3 PROTECTION OF FINISHED WORK

A. Section 01 70 00 - Execution and Closeout Requirements: Protecting finished Work.

B. Do not permit soil grading over treated work.

END OF SECTION

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