CEMP-RT

Engineer Pamphlet

1110-1-23

Department of the Army

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

Washington, DC 20314-1000

EP 1110-1-23

31 January 1999

Engineering and Design

ASBESTOS ABATEMENT 

AIR MONITORING 

STANDARD SCOPE OF WORK

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 Page A-12, Table A-2: For both “Inside Abatement Area” and “Each Room in

 Abatement Area Less than 1500 ft” change “Minimum Volume” to “3850”

 and “Sampling Rate” to “2-16”.

 Page A-13, Table A-3: For both “Inside Abatement Area” and “Outside

 Abatement Area”, change “Minimum Volume” to “1500” and “Sampling

 Rate” to “2-16”.
 DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY EP 1110-1-23

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

Washington, D.C. 20314-1000

CEMP-RT

Pamphlet 31 January 1999

No. 1110-1-23

 Engineering and Design

 ASBESTOS ABATEMENT AIR MONITORING

 STANDARD SCOPE OF WORK

1. Purpose. This pamphlet provides guidance for developing project scopes of work to conduct

air monitoring during asbestos abatement (in accordance with CEGS 13280), to include

environmental air quality control and/or air sampling for baseline (pre-abatement) and final

clearance phases.

2. Applicability. This pamphlet applies to all HQUSACE/OCE elements and all USACE

commands having civil works and/or military programs responsibilities.

3. References.

 a. Title 40 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 763, Asbestos-Containing Materials in

Schools.

 b. EPA Publication 560/5-85-024 (1985), Guidance for Controlling Asbestos-Containing

Materials in Buildings.

 c. NIOSH Publication 01 (1994), Manual of Analytical Methods.

 d. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Guide Specification, CEGS 13280, Asbestos

Abatement(1997).

 e. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pamphlet EP 1110-1-11, Asbestos Abatement Guideline

Detail Sheets.

4. Distribution. Approved for public release; distribution is unlimited. 

5. Scope. The standard scope provides options for the scope writer to tailor specific air

monitoring requirements for asbestos abatement according to specific abatement techniques and

state or local requirements. Requirements for performing area air monitoring during abatement

and for final clearance are addressed.
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6. Action to be Taken. Use this pamphlet to prepare the project scope when retaining an

independent industrial hygienist contractor or independent laboratory with industrial hygiene

capabilities to conduct air monitoring during asbestos abatement.

FOR THE COMMANDER:

1 Appendix ALBERT J. &ENETTI, JR.

APP A - Asbestos Abatement Air Major General, USA

Monitoring Scope of Work Chief of Staff
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APPENDIX A

ASBESTOS ABATEMENT AIR MONITORING

STANDARD SCOPE OF WORK 

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NOTE TO PROJECT SCOPE WRITER:

This standard scope of work is to be used in conjunction with CEGS 13280 for the design

of asbestos abatement projects when a decision has been made to use an independent air

monitoring contractor (other than the construction contractor) to perform environmental air

monitoring. The air sampling regimen is dependent upon the abatement techniques specified in

the construction contract documents and applicable laws. Consult the state, local and customer

requirements and edit accordingly. Where phrases or sentences appear in brackets, a choice must

be made to correspond to the particular contract objectives. Paragraphs with blank spaces

denoted by an asterisk (*) require insertion of the appropriate data. The designer is advised to

coordinate with construction and contracting personnel to determine the best method of

contracting for independent air monitoring services. For example, the scope can be used for a

separate contract or as an extension of the A-E services (construction phase services contract). 

The selected contracting option should minimize cost and procurement time and ensure ease of

management by USACE field offices. 

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1.0 PROJECT DESCRIPTION AND OBJECTIVES

Air monitoring covered by this contract is required to determine airborne asbestos fiber

concentrations generated during abatement within regulated work areas and compare them to

established work limits. In addition, air monitoring is necessary to ensure that areas outside the

asbestos-regulated work areas do not become contaminated with asbestos fibers. Finally, air

monitoring is required to evaluate the final cleaning by the abatement contractor upon completion

of the abatement for compliance with specified clearance requirements and/or comparison to

baseline data. The work effort under this scope will include [area air monitoring inside and

outside the asbestos-regulated work area for environmental quality control] [and] [air sampling

[to establish a baseline and] for final clearance] for the abatement tasks listed in Annex 
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A. The Monitoring Contractor will provide all personnel, equipment and resources required to

carry out the tasks associated with this project and will coordinate, when necessary, its activities

with the Abatement Contractor. The Monitoring Contractor will coordinate all on-site activities

with the Abatement Contractor, the COR and other affected parties as directed by the COR and

will perform activities on a schedule compatible with the Abatement Contractor’s work schedule. 

Personnel air monitoring during asbestos abatement projects is the responsibility of the abatement

contractor and is not a task covered by this contract. Personnel performing work tasks covered by

this contract will be monitored for asbestos exposure by the Monitoring Contractor in accordance

with 29 CFR 1926.1101.

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NOTE FOR PROJECT SCOPE WRITER: Attach copy of the Abatement Hazard Plan as Annex

A. This contract is to include the approved Asbestos Abatement Plan, the Accident Prevention

Plan and those Detailed Drawings related to the air monitoring requirements. 

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2.0 GENERAL SCOPE OF SERVICES

2.1 Review of asbestos abatement contract documents.

2.2 Prepare and submit an Air Monitoring Plan for approval by the Contracting Officer’s

Representative (COR).

2.3 Conduct area asbestos air [baseline sampling prior to abatement],[monitoring during

asbestos abatement for environmental quality control],[and] [sampling for final clearance of

asbestos abatement].

2.4 Prepare and submit a final report of laboratory results and daily air monitoring logs.

2.5 Submit monthly progress reports.

3.0 DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

All tasks will be conducted with the concurrence of the Contracting Officer (CO) or the

COR and performed by a designated qualified industrial hygienist(IH) as defined herein. While 
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at the abatement site, the Monitoring Contractor will follow and comply with the Abatement

Contractor's accepted Asbestos Hazard Abatement Plan and Accident Prevention Plan for site

activity.

3.1 Task l, Document Review. The Monitoring Contractor will obtain and review

pertinent abatement contract documents to include, but not be limited to, the asbestos abatement

specifications, the Abatement Contractor's Asbestos Hazard Abatement Plan, Accident Prevention

Plan, and detailed project drawings to become familiar with the abatement procedures to be

conducted.

3.2 Task 2, Air Monitoring Plan Preparation. The Monitoring Contractor will prepare

and submit to the CO for review and approval an Air Monitoring Plan which describes the

proposed air monitoring strategies. The plan will include a description of proposed sampling

methods and equipment with schematic diagrams approximating sample locations and a

description of record keeping methods. A separate section will list the qualifications and

organizational structure and include documentation of qualifications for the Monitoring

Contractor's personnel to include the Designated IH and the Monitoring Contractor's independent

testing laboratory and analysts. Documentation will include any state licenses and certifications of

required training. The plan will be signed by the Monitoring Contractor and the Designated IH.

3.2.1 Industrial Hygienist Qualifications. The qualifications and organization section in

the Air Monitoring Plan will provide the name, address, telephone number, and resume of the

Designated IH selected to direct air monitoring. The IH will be a person who is [board-certified

in the comprehensive or specialized practice of industrial hygiene] [board-eligible (meets all

education and experience requirements)] as determined and documented by the American Board

of Industrial Hygiene (ABIH), and has a minimum of [2] [__] years of experience in air

monitoring for asbestos abatement activities and is licensed by the state as required. The IH will

be completely independent from the Abatement Contractor and will not be an employee or
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principal of a firm that would constitute a business relationship that would not be considered

independent according to federal, state, or local regulations. A copy of the Designated IH's

[current valid ABIH Certification] [current valid ABIH confirmation of eligibility in writing from

the ABIH] will be included. In addition, the Monitoring Contractor will submit the name,

address, telephone numbers, and resumes of additional IHs and Industrial Hygiene Technicians

(IHT) who will be assisting the Designated IH in performing on-site tasks. IHs and IHTs

supporting the Designated IH will have a minimum of [2] [__] full years each of practical on-site

experience performing air monitoring for asbestos abatement. The formal reporting relationship

between the Designated IH, support IHs and IHTs, and the Monitoring Contractor will be

indicated. The resume of each support IH and IHT will be signed by the individual for whom the

resume was prepared, the Designated IH and the Contractor.

3.2.2 Laboratory and Laboratory Analysis Qualifications. The qualifications and

organization report will provide the name, address, and telephone number of each testing

laboratory selected to perform the sample analyses and report the results. The laboratory selected

will conduct [phase contrast microscopy (PCM) of airborne samples using the methods specified

by NIOSH Method 7400 with optional confirmation of results by transmission electron

microscopy (TEM) using methods specified by NIOSH Method 7402] [TEM Mandatory Method

of airborne samples using the methods specified by 40 CFR Part 763]. Written verification of the

following criteria, signed by the testing laboratory principal and the Monitoring Contractor will be

included:

(1) Data indicating the laboratory is currently in the Industrial Hygiene Laboratory

Accreditation Program administered by American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA) and

judged proficient (classified as acceptable) in counting airborne asbestos samples by phase

contrast microscopy (PCM) by successful participation in each of the last four rounds in the

AIHA Proficiency Analytical Testing (PAT) Program.

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with substantiating verification that such analyst possesses the demonstrated proficiency to

conduct PCM analysis by being judged proficient in counting samples as a current participating

analyst in the AIHA PAT Program, by being listed in the AIHA Asbestos Analysts Registry, and

by having successfully completed the Asbestos Sampling and Analysis course (NIOSH 582 or

equivalent; a copy of course completion certificate is required).

(3) The laboratory is fully equipped and each analyst possesses demonstrated proficiency

to confirm NIOSH Method 7400 PCM sample analysis results from the same filter by conducting

NIOSH Method 7402 TEM analysis.

 [(4) The laboratory is fully equipped to conduct TEM analysis of airborne samples using

the mandatory method specified by 40 CFR Part 763, the laboratory is currently accredited by the

National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) under the National Voluntary Laboratory

Accreditation Program (NVLAP) for airborne sample analysis of asbestos by TEM, and the

laboratory will use analyst(s) (provide names(s)) that are currently evaluated as competent with

demonstrated proficiency under the NIST NVLAP for airborne sample analysis of asbestos by

TEM.]

3.3 Task 3, Area Air Monitoring. The Monitoring Contractor will conduct area [air

monitoring for environmental quality control][and][air monitoring for baseline and final

clearance]. For [environmental quality control], [baseline], [and] [final clearance] samples,

analysis will be by NIOSH method 7400 PCM with optional confirmation of results by NIOSH

method 7402 TEM. Confirmation analysis will be conducted at the discretion of the CO. When

confirmation of PCM samples is conducted, it will be from the same sample filter used for the

NIOSH 7400 PCM analysis. All sampling results will be calculated at the 95% confidence level as

shown in Table A-1. [For final clearance samples in schools, analysis will be by the mandatory

EPA TEM method specified in 40 CFR Part 763.]

3.3.1 [Air Monitoring for Environmental Quality Control. The Monitoring Contractor's

Designated IH will provide area sampling as indicated by state and local requirements and in 
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accordance with the Air Monitoring Plan. Representative area sampling will be conducted at least

once every shift, close to the work inside the containment area, outside the containment area,

outside the clean room entrance to the containment area (outside air lock for mini and modified

containment areas), inside the clean room (inside the air lock for mini and modified containment

areas), outside the load-out unit exit, if used, and at the exhaust discharge point of the local

exhaust system. If the sampling outside the containment area shows airborne fiber levels have

exceeded background or 0.01 fibers per cubic centimeter (f/cc), whichever is greater, the CO will

be notified within [24 hours] [ ]. In addition, should an environmental concentration of 0.1 f/cc

expressed as an 8-hour TWA occur inside the asbestos regulated work area, the CO will be

immediately notified. [In areas where the construction of a containment area is not required,

sampling will be conducted at the boundary of the asbestos regulated work area in such location

and at such frequency as recommended by the Monitoring Contractor.] [Where glove bag

methods are used, area air sampling will be performed at locations and frequencies that will

accurately characterize any evolving airborne fiber levels.]]

3.3.2 [Air Sampling for Final Clearance of Abatement. Final clearance air sampling will

not begin until the CO’s acceptance of final cleaning and visual inspection of the abatement area.

The Monitoring Contractor will provide area sampling of airborne fibers using aggressive air

sampling techniques as defined in the EPA 560/5-85-024 or as otherwise required by federal or

state requirements. The sampling and analytical method used will be [NIOSH Method 7400 PCM

with optional confirmation of results by NIOSH Method 7402 TEM. The fiber concentration

inside the abated asbestos regulated work area for each airborne sample will be less than 0.01

asbestos f/cc. If any sample result is greater than 0.01 asbestos f/cc or baseline whichever is

higher, the abatement is incomplete. Upon receipt of these results, the area will be recleaned by

the Abatement Contractor. Upon completion of any required recleaning, resampling will be

conducted to determine if the area meets the required clearance criteria.] [the mandatory EPA

TEM Method specified in 40 CFR Part 763]. The final clearance air samples 
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will be collected and analyzed as indicated in [Table 2 at the end of this section and NIOSH 7400

PCM] [Table 3 at the end of this section and the EPA Mandatory Method as specified in 40 CFR

Part 763 TEM. The arithmetic mean concentration of the five inside samples will be less than or

equal to 70 structures per square millimeter (70 s/mm ). When the arithmetic mean is greater than 2

70 s/mm , the three blank samples will be analyzed. If the average of the three blank samples is 2

greater than 70 s/mm resampling will be required. If less than 70 s/mm , the five outside samples 2 2

will be analyzed and a Z-test analysis performed. The Z-test results will be less than 1.65. If the

Z-test results are greater than 1.65, the abatement is incomplete. Upon receipt of these results,

the area will be recleaned by the Abatement Contractor. Upon completion of any required

recleaning, resampling will be conducted to ensure that the area meets the required clearance

criteria.]

3.3.3 Air Sample Results and Record Keeping. Air sample fiber counting will be

completed and results provided within [24] [ ] hours after completion of a sampling period. The

CO will be notified immediately of any airborne levels of asbestos fibers in excess of established

requirements. Written sampling results will be submitted to the CO within five working days of

the date of collection. The written results will be signed by testing laboratory analyst, testing

laboratory principal, the Monitoring Contractor's Designated IH, and the Monitoring Contractor. 

The air sampling results will be documented on a Monitoring Contractor's daily air monitoring

log. The daily air monitoring log will contain the following information for each sample: date

sample collected, date sample analyzed, sample number, sample type (E = Environmental Quality

Control, C = Abatement Clearance, IRWA = Inside Regulated Work Areas, ORWA = Outside

Regulated Work Areas, DU = Decontamination Unit, LOU = Load-out unit, AT = Access

Tunnels), sample period (start time, stop time, elapsed time minutes), sampling pump

manufacturer (model and serial number), average flow rate (liters per minute (l/min)), total air

volume sampled (liters), sample results [fibers per cubic centimeter (f/cc)] [and][structures per

square millimeter (s/mm )], and location/activity/name where sample was collected. In addition, 2
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the daily log will identify the calibration method used to calibrate the sampling pumps, the name

and location of the laboratory conducting the sample analyses, print name, signature, and date

block for the IH who conducted the sampling and the review verifying the accuracy of the

information.

3.4 Task 4, Final Report of Laboratory Results and Daily Air Monitoring Results. The

Monitoring Contractor will submit a final report of laboratory results to the CO for acceptance at

the completion of the contract. The report will contain the original of all laboratory results with

all information as required by Task 3. In addition, the Monitoring Contractor will submit the daily

air monitoring log in final form to the CO for acceptance at the completion of the contact.

3.5 Task 5, Monthly Progress Report. The Monitoring Contractor will prepare and

submit a monthly progress report describing the work performed since the previous report, work

currently underway, and work anticipated. The report will state whether current work is on

schedule, and, if not, what actions are anticipated in order to get back on schedule. The report

will be submitted to the CO not later than the 10th day of each calendar month and will discuss

the activities of the previous month.

4.0 SUBMITTALS

4.1 Plans and Reports. All plans and reports presenting all data, analyses, and

recommendations will be prepared in a standard format for Contractor reports. The plans and

reports will consist of 8-1/2 by 11-inch pages with drawings or diagrams folded if necessary to

this size. Reduced drawings which are clear and legible may be placed in the reports. A decimal

paragraphing system will be used. The plans and report cover will be durable; and binders will

hold pages firmly while allowing easy removal, addition, or deletion of pages. A title page will

identify the Monitoring Contractor, the Corps of Engineers District or Division, the project

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This scope of work will be incorporated as the last appendix in the draft air monitoring plan only. 

Each page of the draft plan will be stamped "DRAFT." Submittals will include incorporation of

all previous Government review comments as well as the disposition of each comment. 

Disposition of comments submitted with the final plan will be signed by the Designated IH and the

Monitoring Contractor. The information will be incorporated into the plan and included in all

subsequent air monitoring plan submittals.

4.2 Minutes of Meetings. Following each review conference, the Monitoring Contractor

will prepare and submit minutes of the meeting within 10 working days to the CO.

4.3 Correspondence. The Monitoring Contractor will keep a record of each phone

conversation and written correspondence where information related to the performance of this

contract is made. A summary of the phone conversation and written correspondence will be

submitted to the CO monthly. Points of contact for this contract are:

Installation POC (*)

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, District, or CO (*)

4.4 Completion Dates. 

 Draft Air Monitoring Plans (*)

 Final Air Monitoring Plans (*)

 Draft Reports (*)

 Final Reports (*)

 Completion of Contract (*)

4.5 Addressees. Copies of plans and reports will be distributed to the following

addressees in the quantities indicated. (*)
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TABLE A-1

FORMULA FOR CALCULATION OF THE 95 PERCENT CONFIDENCE LEVEL

(Reference: NIOSH 7400)

Fibers/cc (01.95 percent CL) = X + [(X)(1.645)(CV)]

Where: X = ( (E) (AC) ) / ( (V) (1000) )

E = ( (F/Nf) - (B/Nb) ) / Af

E = Fiber density on the filter in fibers per square millimeter

V = Air volume sampled in liters

AC = Effective collection area of the filter in square millimeters

Af = Graticule field area in square millimeters

CL = Confidence Level

CV = The precision value; 0.45 will be used unless the analytical laboratory

provides the CO with the documentation (Round Robin Program participation and results) that

the laboratory precision is better.

F/NF = Total fiber count per graticule field

 B/Nb = Mean field blank count per graticule field
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TABLE A-2

NIOSH METHOD 7400

PCM ENVIRONMENTAL AIR SAMPLING PROTOCOL (NONPERSONAL)

Sample Location Minimum No. Of

Samples

Filter Pore Size

(microns) (Note 1)

Minimum Vol.

(Liters) (Note 2)

Sampling Rate

(liters/min)

Inside Abatement

Area

5/1500 ft (Notes 2

3 & 4)

 0.45-1.2 1500 2-10

Each Room in

Abatement Area

Less than 1500 ft2

1 0.45-1.2 1500 2-10

Field Blank 2 0.45-1.2 0 0

Laboratory Blank 1 0.45-1.2 0 0

Notes:

1. Type of filter is Mixed Cellulose Ester.

2. Ensure detection limit for PCM analysis established at 0.005 fibers/cc.

3. One sample should be added for each additional 1500 ft .

2

4. No less than 5 samples are to be taken per abatement area, plus two field blanks.
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TABLE A-3

EPA AHERA METHOD: TEM AIR SAMPLING PROTOCOL

Location Sample Minimum No.

Of Samples

Filter Pore Size

(microns)

Minimum Vol.

(liters)

Sampling Rate

(liter/min).

Inside

Abatement Area

5 0.45 1199 2-10

Outside

Abatement Area

5 0.45 1199 2-10

Field Blank 2 0.45 0 0

Laboratory

Blank

1 0.45 0 0

Notes:

1. Type of filter is Mixed Cellulose Ester.

2. The detection limit for TEM analysis is 70 structures/square mm.