Specifications include, but are not limited to: Pruning and Deadwooding Tasks 1. All thinnings are to be a Class 2 hazard reduction pruning and deadwooding (1” and larger), unless otherwise authorized by the Parks Superintendent. Remove all dead/dying, diseased, obstructing and weak wood as needed to promote good tree health and viability. 2. All tree pruning and deadwooding shall be done under the direction and supervision of a foreman with a minimum of five years tree pruning experience. If requested, documentation of work experience with references will be made available to the 3. No spiking of the tree shall occur in tree pruning and deadwooding operations. Use only a bucket truck or rope and saddle equipment. Spiking will only be allowed in tree removal operations. Tree Removal and Creek Clearance Operations 1. All tree removals will be to grade unless otherwise specified by the Parks Superintendent. 2. In creek clearance operations, the work crew is to take all possible safety measures to prevent fluid spills in the creek.