O’Keeffe’s Aluminum Ladders - Section 05515 - Ladders

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O’Keeffe’s Guide Specification System provides specification assistance for preparing written construction documents, focusing on Aluminum Ladders under Section 05515. The document defines included ladder types (aluminum access, ship’s, and cage ladders), related specification cross-references, standards and references (AA, ASTM, OSHA), and required submittals such as product data, shop drawings, shop templates, and qualification documentation. It details manufacturer and installer qualifications, product compliance with OSHA 1910.27, mock-up and approval process, delivery/storage, field measurement requirements, five-year corrective-period warranty terms, and extra touchup materials by type and color of finish.

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SECTION 05515: LADDERS

O’Keeffe’s Aluminum Ladders

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SECTION INCLUDES

1.2 RELATED SECTIONS

1.3 REFERENCES

1.4 SUBMITTALS

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

1.6 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

1.7 PROJECT CONDITIONS

1.8 WARRANTY

1.9 EXTRA MATERIALS

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 MANUFACTURERS

2.2 APPLICATIONS/SCOPE

Welcome to the O’Keeffe’s Guide Specification System prepared as an aid to specify in preparing written construction documents. For specification assistance with specific product applications, please contact O’Keeffe’s at 888.653.3333. To download an electronic copy, [please visit](please visit www.okeeffes.com)[ ](please visit www.okeeffes.com)[www.okeeffes.com](please visit www.okeeffes.com). SPECIFICATION SECTION 05515: LADDERS O’Keeffe’s Aluminum Ladders PART 1 GENERAL 1.1 SECTION INCLUDES A. Aluminum access ladders. B. Aluminum ship's ladders. C. Aluminum cage ladders. 1.2 RELATED SECTIONS A. Section 05500 – Metal Fabrications: Fasteners and installation requirements used to attach ladders to structure. B. Section 14200 – Elevators: For pit ladders. C. Section 15050 – Basic Electrical Materials and Methods: For electrical grounding of ladders. 1.3 REFERENCES A. AA – Aluminum Association. B. ASTM B 209-Standard Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Sheet and Plate. C. ASTM B 221-Standard Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Extruded Bars, Rods, Wire, Profiles, and Tubes. D. OSHA 1910.27 – Fixed Ladders. 1.4 SUBMITTALS A. Submit under provisions of Section 01300. B. Product Data: Manufacturer's data sheets on each product. C. Shop Drawings: 1. Detail fabrication and erection of each ladder indicated. Include plans, elevations, sections, and details of metal fabrications and their connections. 2. Provide templates for anchors and bolts specified for installation under other Sections. 3. Provide reaction loads for each hanger and bracket. D. Qualification Data: 1. Refer to Quality Assurance provisions for submittal requirements evidencing experience, certifications and resources. E. Selection Samples: For each finish specified, two complete sets of color chips representing manufacturer's full range of available colors. F. Verification Samples: For each finish specified, two samples, minimum size 6 inches (150 mm) square, represent actual product color. 1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE A. Manufacturer Qualifications: A firm experienced in producing aluminum metal ladders similar to those indicated for this Project. 1. Record of successful in-service performance. 2. Sufficient production capacity to produce required units. 3. Professional engineering competent in design and structural analysis to fabricate ladders in compliance with industry standards and local codes. B. Installer Qualifications: Competent and experienced firm capable of selecting fasteners and installing ladders to attain designed operational and structural performance. C. Product Qualification: Product design shall comply with OSHA 1910.27 minimum standards for ladders. D. Mock-Up: Provide a mock-up for evaluation of surface preparation techniques and application workmanship. 1. Install ladder in area designated by Architect. 2. Do not proceed with remaining work until workmanship and installation are approved by Architect. 3. Rework mock-up as required to produce acceptable work. 1.6 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING A. Store products in manufacturer's unopened packaging until ready for installation. 1.7 PROJECT CONDITIONS A. Field Measurements: Verify dimensions by field measurement before fabrication. 1. Established Dimensions: Where field measurements cannot be made without delaying the Work, indicate established dimensions on shop drawing submittal and proceed with fabrication. 1.8 WARRANTY A. A. Manufacturer has responsibility for an extended Corrective Period for work of this Section for a period of 5 years commencing on the shipment date of the product against all the conditions indicated below, and when notified in writing from Owner, manufacturer shall promptly and without inconvenience and cost to Owner correct said deficiencies. 1. Defects in materials and workmanship. 2. Deterioration of material and surface performance below minimum OSHA standards

FAQs

What types of aluminum ladders are included in Section 05515?

The section includes aluminum access ladders, aluminum ship’s ladders, and aluminum cage ladders.

What OSHA standard governs product qualification for ladders?

Product design must comply with OSHA 1910.27 minimum standards for ladders.

How does the warranty address defects and surface deterioration?

The manufacturer provides a five-year extended Corrective Period covering defects in materials and workmanship and deterioration of material and surface performance below minimum OSHA standards, with repair, replace, or refund options when notified in writing by the Owner.

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