Specifications include, but are not limited to: Vendor must be able to provide snow removal services on a seven day per week, 24 hours a day basis. Please note: Staff change shifts at approximately 7:00 a.m., 3:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m. Our individuals leave their homes by 7:00 a.m. and return at 3:00 p.m. The driveways and sidewalks MUST be clear of snow and ice during their departures and arrivals. Plowing, sanding, and ice control services should be coordinated with these times in mind. Snow Removal Automatic 3 Inch Service with On-Call Privileges: Snow removal services are to begin automatically at the accumulation of three (3) 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 a site. After snowfall events that exceed 3” in depth, 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. The basic movement and/or plowing of snow shall be planned by the Contractor, however, the following guidelines must be adhered to at all times: - All exits, fire escapes, and fire hydrants must be cleared of snow. - Snow accumulation is to be cleared from driveways, parking areas, sidewalks and/or ramps leading from the front door to the driveway; paths to and from all egress doors; walkways to storage sheds, oil fill pipe, generators, and/or evacuation areas; and the evacuation point, located on the property, but apart from the residence. All walkways/paths must be cleared wide enough to accommodate wheelchairs. - Plows cannot be used to clear sidewalks or walkways. - Any decks that are designated as an egress path shall be cleared a minimum of 6’ wide from egress point to the evacuation point as identified by the site manager. Snow is to be removed from all decks.
