R2014-86 AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF WATER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM LEAK DETECTION SURVEY

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Safety ADS has an integrated, comprehensive safety process that is led by a full time Safety Manager with over twenty-five years of ADS experience.The safety program encompasses training, audits, equipment and procedures necessary to meet federal, state and local safety requirements. Training includes confined space entry certification, personal protective equipment, blood borne pathogens,gas meter operation, hazard communication, defensive driving, and first aid/CPR, and a comprehensive physical biannual examination. Each field crew carries all necessary communications, safety, confined space entry and traffic control equipment that meets or exceeds NFPA specifications. A safety plan that documents ADS safety protocols can be submitted for informational purposes if requested. ADS's safety program is industry leading. Many other companies and municipalities have used our program as a model for their own. All ADS Employees will wear a clearly marked uniformed shirt with a company logo. In addition, employees will carry company issued identification cards with critical contact information. Assumptions Our pricing is based upon the following assumptions: • City personnel will ensure easy access to all main line valve vaults and valve boxes.This will include pumping out valve vaults where necessary and removing debris from boxes and vaults to make valves and water lines accessible. • The City will make available any and all available as-built drawings, maps, atlases, records and all other data pertaining to the water system. • The City will provide knowledgeable qualified personnel for consultation and assistance regarding the water system. • The City will be responsible for repairing the leaks. • The City will hold ADS harmless from all items for which the City is responsible. ENVIROAStENrALp 1880 W.Fullerton Ave. Chicago, IL 60614 Page 7 Client Initials