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Laboratory assignments will be completed as TYPED reports with the following sections:

1. Project (location, description, participants)

2. Project Conditions (project status, weather, on day visited)

3. Answers to specific questions for the lab

4. Summary and conclusions

The lab report can be as long as needed in order to complete the assignment. Professional

work is expected. Use a table of contents, figures and tables should be referenced and

have captions, and so on. You may have attachments, which should be neat, clean, and

firmly attached

Figures: Project description with photos and maps as needed, provide photos for all items

requested.

Safety toolbox: Reference OSHA section numbers, answer all questions with sufficient detail,

use appropriate figures.

2. Appearance and organization:

Professional Appearance: Typed, not congested, not much empty space, use paragraphs

Well organized/easy to find things: TOC, LOF, page numbers, section titles, items discussed in

correct order, attachments well organized.

Use of figures: Figures and tables are numbered, captioned, and referenced in the text, set in

line with text (do not wrap with text).

3. Language: Use technical writing style, short and clear sentences, use correct spelling and grammar, use

paragraphs.

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LAB 5 – CLADDING, CURTAIN WALLS AND FENESTRATIONS Host: DPR Project: BioLegend Phase 2 the BioLegend Phase 2 project. Our host is DPR Construction. During the fields trip we will observe cladding systems. For your lab report, complete the following sections: Remember to answer all questions in detail. Use textbook and research other sources in addition to the field visit observations to prepare the report. 1. Project description a. Give a description of the project underway. What all are they building? What is the scope of work for this project? How much does it cost? What is the schedule? b. Key participants: Who is the owner? Find out the relationship between the owner, the architect, the structural engineer, and the general contractor. Who are the important subcontractors, and what is their relationship to these parties? 2. Project status and site conditions a. Describe the conditions and the status of the project at the time of the visit. b. Describe the project status and what activities are currently in process. What are the project challenges? 3. Exterior finishes The building’s exterior finishes include: 1) Glass curtain wall, 2) Storefront windows, 3) Tile veneer and 4) Plaster. For each one of these systems provide the following information: 1. Identify the trade contractor(s) responsible, the type of contract they have and the approximate amount of the contract. 2. Describe each system with photo(s) and/or drawings. What elements/components does it consists of? Describe the waterproofing for each system. 3. What shop drawings were required for each system (and timing of completion/approval, etc.)? What is the lead times for each system? Where do the components come from? 4. What is the installation process for each system? How are the components connected to the building structure? Make a sketch of the connections used to attach it to the structural frame. How plumb/level are the elements of the structural frame to which the exterior Lab 5: Finishes – Page 1 | C O N E 2 8 0 components attach? As a result, how much deviation from plane could exist for the attachments to the building front? Describe how the connections allow for the deviations. 4. Safety Toolbox 4.1 Cladding hazards. During the tour, we will discuss the safety measures related to the exterior cladding work. Identify at least 4 hazards related to exterior cladding work, identify the relevant OSHA requirement for each hazard, and provide specific observations of safety measures (with photos as appropriate). Hazard OSHA requirements (section # and brief description) Observation 4.2 Tool safety. Review subpart I of OSHA standards for construction at https://www.osha.gov. Provide a summary and key points of the sections that refer to: (1) general requirements, (2) hand tools, (3) Power-operated hand tools, and (4) Abrasive wheels and tools. MY NOTES DETAILED PROJECT INFO 1. 7-Story Cast-in-Place parking structure with a post tensioned deck. Self-Performed by DPR Construction. Geo-Pier Foundation work began in October, scheduled to top out the structure in June, with completion by September 2018. 2. 175,000SF Lab Building. 4-Story Steel Structure. Foundation work began in late November, Steel Erection to be topped out by 3/19. Lab building consists of a manufacturing ware house with a “Perfect Pick” distribution center for Medical Grade Reagents. There is a Full Structural Glazing component at the south end of the building in a 70’ Tall Atrium. There is a small vivarium with the majority of Dry/Wet Labs. Skin components consist of Metal Stud Framing with Plaster, and Fiber Cement Rain Screens. There is also plaster systems and curtain wall. 3. TI Building is an existing 50k SF structure. DPR removed the skin and will be reskinning the building to match the new Lab building (same components). Primarily used for admin office space, the TI building will also house a full service kitchen/restaurant, gym, and museum. • Project Address: 3929 Terman Court San Diego, CA 9212 • Owner: BioLegend • Construction Manager: Hughes Marino • Architect: Delawie • General Contractor: DPR Construction Lab 5: Finishes – Page 2 | C O N E 2 8 0 • • Total Contract Value: 85,000,000 Schedule Duration: September 2017 through March 2019 Lab 5: Finishes – Page 3 | C O N E 2 8 0
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