Common use of Tree and Xxxxx Removal Clause in Contracts

Tree and Xxxxx Removal. 1. Removal of down or leaning trees and their root systems are included in this line item. 2. Contractor shall be responsible for contacting Underground Service Alert (USA) for location of underground utilities prior to stumping operations. 3. While loading and handling debris, the Contractor shall maintain control at all times so as not to result in damage to the public rights of way or private property. In addition, the Contractor shall not drop logs or trunks so as to create undue noise or impact shock related damages to public and/or private property. 4. Trees shall be felled in a manner consistent with industry practice with primary emphasis on safety of public and protection of adjacent property. 5. Contractor shall not remove any tree without first confirming that the tree being considered is indeed the tree to be removed. Any confusion should be resolved by contacting the County for assistance. The errant removal of trees shall be penalized. 6. During a tree removal, the Contractor shall maintain control of the tree and its parts at all times, which shall include the selection and use of proper techniques and equipment. At no time shall branches, limbs or tree trunks be allowed to freefall and create damage of any type. Loss of control incidents shall be penalized. 7. Stumps including root flare shall be ground to a depth of no less than eighteen (18) inches. Surface roots shall be traced and ground to a depth of no less than eight inches. Debris generated by xxxxx grinding and root removal shall be removed from the site and replaced with a topsoil xxx. Chips and xxxxx grinding shall not be used as a backfill material. 8. If xxxxx grinding does not follow within same work day as removal, tree trunk shall be left five (5) feet above grade or a safety barricade shall be placed and maintained over xxxxx until xxxxx grinding is complete. 9. Stumps to be left in place shall be cut at three (3) feet above grade.