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DocuSign Envelope ID:5FA4B1AC-B897-4C32-A1E4-4B4A8885A341 <br /> ;', lC++f2±71f1+7!!' G rovvd e rG a H <br /> 1 J__-`. T RFP for Disaster DebrisClearance and Removal Services <br /> Orange County, NC <br /> Trucks <br /> K A steel bulkhead or equivalent protection shall be provided to protect the occupants of vehicles from load <br /> shifts. <br /> ■ Logs or brush shall be securely loaded onto trucks in such a manner as not to obscure tail[ights or brake <br /> lights and vision,or to overhang the side. <br /> • In order to avoid the hazard of spontaneous combustion or the production of undesirable products,wood <br /> chips shall not be left in trucks for extended periods. <br /> Power Saws <br /> • Power saws weighing more than 15 Ib (6.8 kg)that are used in trees shall be supported by a separate <br /> line, except when used from an aerial lift device. <br /> • Where there are no lateral branches on which to crotch a separate support line for power saws weighing <br /> more than 15 lb(6.8 kg), a false crotch shall be used. <br /> ■ The engine shall be started and operated only when all coworkers are clear of the saw. <br /> • The operatorwill shut off the saw when carrying it over slippery surfaces,through heavy brush, and when <br /> adjacent to personnel. The saw may be carried running (idle speed)for a short distances(less than 50 ft <br /> (15.2 m)) as long as it is carried to prevent contact with the chain or muffler. <br /> Chopping fools <br /> • Chopping tools that have loose or cracked heads or splintered handles shall not be used. <br /> • Chopping tools shall never be used while working aloft. <br /> ■ Chopping tools shall be swung away from the feet, legs, and body, using the minimum power practical <br /> for control. <br /> ■ Chopping tools shall not be driven as wedges or used to drive metal wedges. <br /> Cant hooks cant do s ton s and car in bars <br /> ■ Hooks shall be firmly set before applying pressure. <br /> • Workers shall be warned and shall be in the clear before logs are moved. <br /> The points of hooks shall be at least 2 in(5 cm)long and shall be kept sharp. <br /> ■ Workers shall stand to the rear and uphill when rolling logs. <br /> Wedges and chisels <br /> ■ Wedges and chisels shall be properly pointed and tempered. <br /> ■ Only wood, plastic,or soft metal wedges shall be used with power saws <br /> Wood-handled chisels should be protected with a ferrule on the striking end. <br /> CI)i ping and Grinding Debris Management Sites <br /> Locating Debris Management Sites for chipping I grinding of vegetative and land clearing deb rls will require a detailed <br /> evaluation of potential sites and possible revisits at future dates to see if site conditions have changed or if the <br /> surrounding areas have changed significantly to alter the use of the site <br /> DMS DESIGN AND OPERATIONAL FEATURES <br /> The information gathered during the baseline data collection becomes important to the des[gn of the site.The efficiency <br /> and the overall success of the DMS operations are determined by how the site is designed. <br /> A minimum of the following features will be designed into the DIMS plan, <br /> • Portable toilet facilities will be conveniently located to serve the inspection towers,crews working on the <br /> site, and office facilities <br /> ■ Perimeter chain-fink fencing,erosion and sediment control fencing,and other necessary drainage control <br /> methods when needed <br /> • Site traffic flow will provide for orderly movement of vehicles and equipment to avoid crossing traffic lanes <br /> with the construction of two entranceslexits with lockable gates <br /> • At the request of the Town,the DMS(s) may be restricted to the Town and Contractor vehicles only. <br /> 32 <br />