Specifications include, but are not limited to: 1. The Contractor, prior to the first snowfall shall check all areas to note borders, hedges, and pipes. 2. The Contractor shall mark all permanent hazards including fire hydrants with a flag, if needed, to prevent hitting them after heavy snow. Hydrants shall not be covered over during removal process and must be cleared of snow so hydrants are accessible. 3. When snow drifting and snow continues to fall after the snow has been initially plowed/removed, Contractor may be required to clear the designated areas as needed to assure maximum safety for facility users. 4. Snow removal shall occur when one inch (1”) or more of snow/sleet etc. accumulates on the ground surfaces, including parking lots, loading docks, driveways, etc. Snow removal shall occur as to maintain all surfaces, including parking lots, driveways, etc., in a “slip free” condition, to be cleared of snow and ice at all times. Owners reserve the right to request additional snow removal as needed. 5. Salting shall occur when ¼” of snow/sleet or freezing rain accumulates on the ground surfaces, including parking lots, loading docks, driveways, etc. Salting shall occur as to maintain all surfaces, including parking lots, loading docks, driveways, etc., in a “slip free” condition. Owner reserves the right to have the contractor salt at other times, including weekends of evenings. Owner reserves the right to postpone snow removal operations when weather, financial or other conditions necessitate a reduction of snow removal services.
