Common use of Method of Operation Clause in Contracts

Method of Operation. Do not begin work until authorized, in writing, by the Engineer. Develop a work pattern from the locations listed in the work document, unless the Engineer designates the priority of the work. The blade of the edger must produce a clear sharp cut. The trench resulting from the actions of the cutting blade must not exceed one inch in width from the edge of the surface being edged. Do not allow grass or weeds into the trench. Sweep all debris (grass, weeds, soil, litter, etc.) from the curb and gutters, inlet throats and grates, sidewalk and sidewalk joints, and bike paths to produce a clean appearance. The use of blowers (away from traffic) (to be determined by the engineer) be allowed to remove the cuttings. Uniformly cut and remove all vegetation extending over the curb, sidewalk, bike paths, or other designated area to the back edge of the curb, sidewalk, bike path, or other designated area, including sidewalk joints. Removal of vegetation includes grass, weeds, or bushes up to one inch in diameter that extend beyond the normal grassed areas onto the curb, sidewalk, bike paths, or other designated areas. Remove and properly dispose of all debris produced by the edging, vegetation removal and sweeping operations from the job site daily. Do not stockpile or store debris on the right-of- way overnight. Dispose of all debris in accordance with Federal, State, and Local Rules and Regulations. Include the cost of vegetation removal, sweeping, and disposal of the debris, litter, soil and vegetation trimmings in the contract unit price for edging. Remove any debris that falls into any part of the storm water system at no additional compensation. Conduct all edging activities during daylight hours only, unless otherwise specified in the contract documents or approved by the Engineer. The Engineer may approve nighttime operations upon request, at no additional compensation for nighttime traffic control. The Engineer may restrict the hours of operations based on peak traffic hours, local conditions, or special events. Complete all required edging operations within the limits worked by the conclusion of each workday. In areas where access is blocked by parked vehicles or other obstructions, return to the area(s) to complete the edging as necessary at no additional expense to the Department. The quality and acceptance of work will be determined by the Engineer. Re-edge, including vegetation removal and sweeping, areas that are determined to be unacceptable at no additional cost to the Department. Repair or replace damage to curbs, sidewalks, pavement, or turf due to negligence to the satisfaction of the Engineer at no additional compensation.

Method of Operation. Do not begin work until authorized, in writing, by the Engineer. Develop a work pattern from the locations listed in the work document, unless the Engineer designates the priority of the work. The blade of the edger must produce a clear sharp cut. The trench resulting from the actions of the cutting blade must not exceed one inch in width from the edge of the surface being edged. Do not allow grass or weeds into the trench. Sweep all debris (grass, weeds, soil, litter, etc.) from the curb and gutters, inlet throats and grates, sidewalk and sidewalk joints, and bike paths to produce a clean appearance. The use of blowers (away from traffic) (to be determined by the engineer) be allowed to remove the cuttings. Uniformly cut and remove all vegetation extending over the curb, sidewalk, bike paths, or other designated area to the back edge of the curb, sidewalk, bike path, or other designated area, including sidewalk joints. Removal of vegetation includes grass, weeds, or bushes up to one inch in diameter that extend beyond the normal grassed areas onto the curb, sidewalk, bike paths, or other designated areas. Remove and properly dispose of all debris produced by the edging, vegetation removal and sweeping operations from the job site daily. Do not stockpile or store debris on the right-of- of-way overnight. Dispose of all debris in accordance with Federal, State, and Local Rules and Regulations. Include the cost of vegetation removal, sweeping, and disposal of the debris, litter, soil and vegetation trimmings in the contract unit price for edging. Remove any debris that falls into any part of the storm water system at no additional compensation. Conduct all edging activities during daylight hours only, unless otherwise specified in the contract documents or approved by the Engineer. The Engineer may approve nighttime operations upon request, at no additional compensation for nighttime traffic control. The Engineer may restrict the hours of operations based on peak traffic hours, local conditions, or special events. Complete all required edging operations within the limits worked by the conclusion of each workday. In areas where access is blocked by parked vehicles or other obstructions, return to the area(s) to complete the edging as necessary at no additional expense to the Department. The quality and acceptance of work will be determined by the Engineer. Re-edge, including vegetation removal and sweeping, areas that are determined to be unacceptable at no additional cost to the Department. Repair or replace damage to curbs, sidewalks, pavement, or turf due to negligence to the satisfaction of the Engineer at no additional compensation.