Construction Specification Requirements

During projects constructions, temporary increases in particulate matter (PM) emissions from fugitive dust may occur from construction activities, such as but not limited to excavating, boring underground, pouring dry concrete, and construction vehicle activty. The Standard Specifications, such as in Item 204, "Sprinkling", will call for monitoring of wind conditions and/or "sprinkling" to control dust. Other specification may call for engineering controls, such as using a dust collection system or baghouse to collect find particles. Ensure the contractor is utilizing dust control measures while performing their activities as covered by specification language.