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truck with a compactor to remove them. The CM/GC must coordinate the use of the
hoist and elevators to allow delivery of materials and personnel and the removal of
debris, without causing congestion at the loading dock area, and restricting the access
and availability of the hoists and elevators. This often requires deliveries and removal
of debris before or after hours.

Storage of Gas Cylinders and Other Hazardous Materials

During the construction process, cylinders of flammable gases will often be utilized for
demolition, welding, and brazing. These cylinders of gas tend to be disbursed around the
site to perform construction work in various areas as required. They need to be kept track
of, and locked up in a safe location each evening at the completion of the work. The lock
up is either a locked steel cage secured to the structure or a chain and lock with the cylin-
ders secured to the structure, such as a column. The cylinders should be identified as to
their contents, have caps placed over them to secure the tops and valve areas, and be in
good condition. A cylinder of flammable gas has a tremendous amount of explosive
power. If the gas were to escape and ignite, this could result in a significant amount of
personnel and property damage. It is important for the CM/GC to check the local codes
and with the fire department to ensure adequate and safe storage of all materials at the
construction site. Upon completion of the use of the flammable gases, they should be
removed from the site as soon as possible to avoid any unnecessary exposure.

REQUIRED PERMITS

Prior to the start of the construction process, it is important that the CM/GC identify
with the local building department, fire department, expeditor, and transportation
department those filings and permits that are required to support the required logistics
of the construction project, aside from the construction process and permits to perform
the work itself. The owner often retains these expeditors for the filings, permits, inspec-
tions, sign offs, and approvals of the project. The CM/GC should utilize the services
of these specialized professionals to help facilitate the process. See Chapter 4 for addi-
tional information.

Once the logistical plans are developed for the project, the required filings and permits
must be identified and obtained in a timely manner to support the construction process. The
filings and permits that are sometimes required from the local building department are:
1. Hoist
2. Sidewalk bridge and shed
3. Scaffolding
4. Fence
5. Crane
6. Derrick
7. Water supply and services
8. Gas supply and services