Specifications include, but are not limited to: The following specifications apply to snow removal and ice control services for OPWDD community homes in Westchester County. The homes are residences of a developmentally disabled population including some individuals who are medically or physically disabled, as well as some who are confined to wheelchairs. It is extremely important during inclement weather that all efforts are made to have the homes accessible and safe for the individuals and staff. In order to have accessibility, snow clearing will commence when two inches of snow has accumulated at the contracted site, however, the site manager or other OPWDD staff has the right to call for additional service as deemed necessary for safety concerns. Automatic 2 Inch Service with On-Call Privileges: Snow removal services are to begin automatically at the accumulation of two (2) inches at the contracted site, however the site manager or other OPWDD staff has the right to call for additional service as deemed necessary for safety concerns. Snow removal may be followed by the spread of deicer for ice control when appropriate or needed. Work shall be continuous until all plowing and clearing has been completed, in accordance with the needs of the particular site. At the conclusion of snowfall events that exceed 2”, all maintained surfaces shall be cleared to bare pavement. In the event of blowing and/or drifting snow and/or formation of ice; maintained surfaces shall be serviced to obtain a safe environment. OPWDD residents often require an additional level of care in regards to snow and ice removal due to functional mobility limitations.
