Environmental
Restoration and Management of Static Display Aircraft
Scope of Work
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Project Outline
I. Site Visit
The site visit will be
scheduled as soon as contract is awarded, at the convenience of the government.
A. Assess aircraft conditions, review site location to address
any related safety or environmental impacts, review current paint schemes and colors. Meet with base representatives to discuss aircraft specific paint schemes,
markings, and special insignias. (Military aircraft have different
paint color codes depending on year model, aircraft purpose, and unit specific insignia.) EnviroTech will review the aircraft prior to the meeting and present color
examples that currently exist on the aircraft as well as the specified Mil-Spec paint schemes addressed in
Technical Order (TO) 1-1-8, Section V or TO 1-1-4 1970, Fig. D-19, and the paint color shades listed in accordance with the Federal Standard
colors, 595B, dated 1992, NSN 7690-01-162-2210. It is assumed that
the aircraft will be painted with the current Mil-Spec paint colors specific to each aircraft. If more than one paint scheme and or insignias exist for any planes, we will
present all options to the base representatives to choose the scheme desired. All insignias and colors will match Military Specifications. The Government shall also have the option to choose whether the final finish
desired is gloss, semi-gloss, grey-scale, or flat paint finishes.
B. Provide final paint scheme and insignia configurations to
base representative for final approval.
II. Aircraft Restoration
A. Prior to beginning work, all vegetation and surrounding
areas of the work site shall be protected using best available methods and practices. The project manager shall contact the base environmental representative to
approve any activities associated with the project and to review any questions or suggestions. EnviroTech has developed an environmentally sound method to restore static
display aircraft. Except for small quantities of cleaning and
stripping products employed in the prep work, only nonhazardous or bio-degradable products are employed in
normal conditions. The cleaning agents or paints that are
considered hazardous materials are applied by hand using rags or custom made sponge rollers. No hazardous paints, liquids or chemicals are sprayed outside. Once specific color codes have been determined and approved during the site
visit, MSDS’s for all paints and chemicals shall be submitted to the base representative for the government’s
records. Ground covering shall be placed under and around aircraft
while work is being performed. All aircraft will be prepped for
paint including repairs of dents, structural damage, corrosion, missing parts, as directed in the
SOW. Aircraft will be sanded and stripped in preparation for new
paint coatings. All paint sanded and or removed from the aircraft
will be collected on the plastic placed under the aircraft. This
material will be removed and disposed in accordance with all Federal, State, and local
regulations. The project manager will coordinate with an on-site
environmental engineer to ensure that the operation complies with all environmental regulations. Any waste generated from the operation will be properly tested, manifested
and disposed. For waste manifesting and compliance, EnviroTech
Corp will be listed as the generator. Copies of the manifests
will be provided to the Government.
B. After completion of the prep work, EnviroTech will apply a
10-year coating to all surfaces of the static display aircraft. As
stated above, during the site visit EnviroTech will produce design insignias and paint colors IAW military
specifications MIL-STD-2161A, MIL-STD-2175F18; paint schemes addressed in Technical Order (TO) 1-1-8, Section V,
and the paint color shades listed in accordance with the Federal Standard colors, 595B, dated 1992, NSN
7690-01-162-2210 as well as the standards specific to the existing schemes for each aircraft to be
restored. The Government may choose an alternate paint scheme if
desired. Any waste generated from this process will be properly
manifested and disposed.
C. Materials Used:
1. Paint – PPG Pitthane Ultra or
equivalent
2. Thinners – petroleum based
3. Soap and Water
4. Sanding papers
5. Cleaning supplies (non-hazardous)
6. PPE
III. Site Clean-up and
Project Review
A. Upon completion of the project, EnviroTech will clean-up
any debris or FOD generated from the work. The work site shall be left in the same condition prior to project
activities.
B. EnviroTech guarantees customer satisfaction. Prior to leaving the work site, EnviroTech will invite base representatives to
inspect the display aircraft for acceptance. Any discrepancies will
be addressed and cured prior to departure of work site personnel.
Quality
Control, Environmental and Safety Protocols Addressed for the Restoration of Static Display
Aircraft
EnviroTech Corp has developed
an environmentally sound method for restoration of static display aircraft while producing a superior quality
paint finish that lasts 8 – 10 years in normal conditions. Prior to
beginning work, EnviroTech will consult applicable worker safety and environmental regulations to ensure
compliance. Environmental issues to be addressed during the
restoration of static display aircraft:
Quality Control
Procedures:
The Project Manager (PM) will
be tasked with ensuring all quality control protocols are met.
·
Prior to beginning any work, the project manager
will assess the condition of all static displays and devise a sequential work plan for each
display.
·
PM will inspect each display after sanding/prep
work and prior to final washing to ensure all prep work has been completed.
·
PM will make sure environmental conditions are
acceptable prior to painting any surfaces, i.e. temperature, rain, humidity, wind, direct sunlight heat,
etc.
·
After all coatings have been applied, the PM will
survey all work for flaws, runs, drips, and then create a list of touch up work to be
completed.
·
PM will oversee all fine detail work such as
decals, striping, and lettering before and after paint is applied for these items.
·
PM will thoroughly inspect each display after all
work is complete and initiate any further touch up work if necessary prior to requesting final inspection by the
COR.
Fugitive Emissions from
sanding and prep work:
Depending on the condition
and age of the aircraft, the special high quality paint used in EnviroTechs method for aircraft restoration
greatly reduces the sanding and prep work needed. The Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA) as well as state and local ordinances mandate the discharge of industrial air
emissions. Compliance may be as simple as submission of required applications or reports, or as complex as
implementing pollution controls. Envirotechs process employs only
non-toxic, non-hazardous agents to remove and strip paint. Removed
paint chips are collected and properly disposed. Normally, no
permits or special regulatory requirements are needed while employing this process.
The professionals at
EnviroTech are trained to assess all environmental issues and are able to provide effective solutions.
We focus on
waste-minimization and management of industrial agents used, air discharges, and minimizing workers from
exposure to contaminants while eliminating any impact on the surrounding areas.
For aircraft pre-paint
preparation we have obtained 95% reduction of dust emissions, minimized containment (ground tarps and possibly
wind screens) and no dust collectors or negative pressure enclosures are needed. The EnviroTech method of abrasive sanding prevents the spread of airborne lead
particulate material. Lead in the air levels are consistently below
the OSHA Action Level. Testing shows unprecedented results in both personnel and area monitoring for lead. Great
for removal and surface cleaning after removal of asbestos fireproofing or contaminated paint. This method is
EPA approved.
Minimal water use - a
water mist with sand, typically 5-10 gallons per hour from the
nozzle. No free water to clean up or dispose of. This method lowers the cost of hazardous waste disposal over
dry blasting. Further, dust is eliminated and cleanup is easy and all paint chips and or liquids are collected
for disposal.
Decreases in consumption of
abrasives by up to 50% compared to dry blast systems. Less waste, lower disposal costs, better working
conditions, minimal dust.
Decrease in abrasive
consumption up to 50% – this produces a direct reduction in cost and amount of abrasive and
disposal.
Elimination of moisture
problems which frequently impact dry blasting and allows the reuse of wet abrasive with spent paint particles.
No air dryer is required.
Increased productivity when
removing elastic coatings such as tar epoxies and other types of soft materials including non-skid
materials.
Removal rates on typical
coatings are equal to or superior to dry abrasive units.
Generation of Hazardous
Waste
Except for very small
quantities of cleaning agents, EnviroTech uses only non-hazardous, non-toxic agents for aircraft
prep. Some older paints previously applied to the aircraft may
contain hazardous constituents including lead. EnviroTech collects
all paint removed and disposes of these materials according to all local, state, and federal
regulations. Manifests and disposal document copies are supplied to
the customer. All wastes will be recycled and completely destroyed
in an appropriate waste-to-energy recovery facility or turned in to the base Environmental Manager or
DRMO.
Site
Protection
In the unlikely event of a
spill or release of paint or cleaning materials; prior to beginning work, EnviroTech will provide an
environmental engineer to assess the work area for any potential environmental impacts including storm water
run-off, biohabitats, endangered species, and surrounding vegetation. Any outstanding issues regarding the need for special protection or necessary
changes in the restoration method will be addressed and documented in the site safety plan. Should a release occur, the site shall be cleaned up and remediated to its
original state. The clean-up shall comply with all local, state,
and federal regulations. Our team will provide sampling to support
DoD reporting or permitting requirements, environmental audits, or simply to demonstrate due diligence.
All personnel will comply
with all applicable OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) standards. No untrained persons will be allowed in the work area once aircraft
restoration procedures have commenced. The work area will be roped off or marked to clearly designate the work
area boundaries. Signs will be posted to warn others of the work in
progress.
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