Laserfiche WebLink
SECTION 02115 <br />TREE PROTECTION AND TRIMMING <br />PART 1 -- GENERAL <br />1.01 DESCRIPTION OF WORK <br />Only those trees which are in the direct path of construction are to be removed. <br />Contractor shall make every possible effort to save any tree of four -inch diameter <br />or larger, including minor adjustment to the pipe routing. Changes to pipe routing <br />must be approved by the Engineer. Any tree which is not designated for removal <br />but which will significantly interfere with construction shall be trimmed by a <br />qualified tree surgeon. Contractor shall minimize tree removal and tree trimming <br />operations to as great an extent as possible. <br />1.02 QUALITY ASSURANCE <br />Engage a qualified tree surgeon to perform the following work: <br />Carefully remove branches from trees as required for new construction; <br />all wounded trees shall be immediately treated. <br />2. Recommend procedures to compensate for loss of roots and perform <br />initial pruning of branches and stimulation of root growth where removed <br />to accommodate new construction. <br />3. <br />Perform tree <br />repair work for damages incurred <br />by new construction. <br />1.03 JOB <br />CONDITIONS <br />Provide temporary fencing, barricades, or guards to protect trees and other <br />plants which are to remain from damage. <br />PART 2 -- PRODUCTS <br />2.01 MATERIALS <br />Tree Pruning Compound: Waterproof, antiseptic, elastic, and free of kerosene, <br />coal tar, Creosote, and other substances harmful to plants. Pruned or damaged <br />trees shall be treated with the following: <br />Pine trees (all species): A mixture of twelve percent (12%) Benzene <br />Hexachloride (BHC) emulsifiable concentrate shall be mixed at the rate of <br />one (1) pint BHC per gallon of #2 fuel oil. Spray damaged area liberally. <br />Spray the rest of the tree from ground level to a height of six feet (6'). <br />Spraying of damaged trees shall be completed within five (5) days after <br />injury occurs. <br />02115 Tree Protection and Drilling.doc <br />02115-1 <br />J N07-02912 Inch WM - Vem Lake Estates0ocumenhs ReIoadsk&dding Contract SpecdicalonsM115 Tree Protection and Dnlling.doc <br />