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| These Maintenance planning guidelines apply to both [http://epg.modot.mo.gov/files/7/72/232_Major_Highways_Map.pdf major] and minor roads.
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| |'''Code:''' R414
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| '''Definition''' | |
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| The time and expenses incurred for brush cutting and tree removal.
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| '''Purpose'''
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| To provide adequate sight distance by the removal of brush and trees generally within 30 ft. of traveled way and as needed.
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| '''Scheduling'''
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| During winter months except for critical sight distance and hazardous trees and limbs.
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| '''Recommended Equipment'''
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| :*Trucks
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| :*Boom Trucks
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| :*Loader
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| :*Chipper
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| :*Chainsaws
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| :*Canopy Cutter
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| :*Traffic Control Equipment; reference [[616.23 Traffic Control for Field Operations|Traffic Control for Field Operations]].
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| '''Recommended Material'''
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| See [[:Category:821 Herbicides and Roadsides|821 Herbicides and Roadsides]]
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| '''Recommended Procedure'''
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| :1. Place traffic control devices as needed.
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| :2. Cut as close to the ground as possible.
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| :3. Treat stumps with herbicide to prevent regrowth.
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| :4. Dispose of cut material in accordance with roadside tree removal policy.
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| :5. Dispose of brush and wood.
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| '''Safety'''
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| When trees are close to structures or power lines, removal should be performed by the utility company or by bonded specialists. Wear all appropriate PPE. Refer to the [http://lnapp1/RI/RIManual.NSF/SHToC?OpenView Safety Policies, Rules & Regulations-Employee Handbook].
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| '''Other Considerations'''
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| Check necessity for burning permit. Inmates shall not be used for burning vegetation.
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| '''References''' | |
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| See [[822.11 Maintenance Planning Guidelines for Tree Removal|822.11 Maintenance Planning Guidelines for Tree Removal]] and [[127.25 Maintenance Environmental Policies#127.25.8.1 Open Burning|127.25 Maintenance Environmental Policies]]
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| |align="center"|Undesirable tree located on right of way||align="center"|Pruning tree truck prior to removal
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| | Index of all [[:Category:170 Maintenance Activity Planning Guidelines#Index of Printable Planning Guides|Maintenance Planning Guidelines]]. |
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| [[Category:822 Roadside Vegetation Management|822.10]] | | [[Category:822 Roadside Vegetation Management|822.10]] |