STEAM PIPE OR BOILER INSULATION — applying non-conducting materials — including shop, yard or storage operations
This classification applies to the application of insulating material, including but not limited to fiberglass, polystyrene, aluminum and calcium silicate, onto steam pipes, boilers, vessels, duct work and similar apparatus to conserve heat and cold and to prevent condensation.
This classification also includes the removal of insulating material, including but not limited to fiberglass, polystyrene, aluminum and calcium silicate, from steam pipes, boilers, vessels, duct work and similar apparatus. Removal operations that include asbestos abatement shall be classified as 5473, Asbestos Abatement.
The application of insulating material to ductwork when ductwork installation is performed by the employer at the same job or location shall be classified as 5538(2)/5542(2), Heating or Air Conditioning Ductwork.
The installation of temperature or sound control insulating materials within buildings or building walls shall be classified as 5479, Insulation Work.
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Phraseology: STEAM PIPE OR BOILER INSULATION — applying non-conducting materials — including shop Footnote: This classification applies to the application of insulating material, including but not limited to fiberglass, polystyrene, aluminum and calcium silicate, onto steam pipes, boilers, vessels, duct work and similar apparatus to conserve heat and cold and to prevent condensation. This classification also includes the removal of insulating material, including but not limited to fiberglass, polystyrene, aluminum and calcium silicate, from steam pipes, boilers, vessels, duct work and similar apparatus. Removal operations that include asbestos abatement shall be classified as 5473, Asbestos Abatement. The application of insulating material to ductwork when ductwork installation is performed by the employer at the same job or location shall be classified as 5538(2)/5542(2), Heating or Air Conditioning Ductwork. The installation of temperature or sound control insulating materials within buildings or building walls shall be classified as 5479, Insulation Work. | 1/1/2019 |
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