891.1 General Description
This section includes the requirements for fertilizers. Comply and meet the fertilizer requirements of the Georgia Fertilizer Act of 1997 and the Georgia Soil Amendment Act of 1976 which regulates labeling, sampling and tonnage reporting. Purchase all fertilizers through a Georgia registered licensed distributor. All fertilizer is subject to a sampling inspection by the Georgia Department of Agriculture.
891.1.01 Related References
A. Standard Specifications General Provisions 101 through 150 Section 163 – Miscellaneous Erosion Control Items Section 700 - Grassing Section 702 – Vine, Shrub, and Tree Planting GSP 18 B. Referenced Documents Georgia Fertilizer Act of 1997 Georgia Soil Amendment Act of 1976
891.2 Materials
891.2.01 Fertilizer
A. Requirements 1. Use commercial fertilizer as a single nutrient or mixed grade. 2. Apply fertilizer based on recommendations from a public or private Soil Laboratory that participates in a national proficiency testing program. Proof of testing is the responsibility of the Contractor. Provide a soil test report to the Engineer prior to application. Take soil test samples in accordance with GSP 18 Sampling, Testing and Inspection Specifications. 3. From this recommendation use single nutrient or mixed grade fertilizers containing the nutrients - nitrogen(N), phosphate (P2O5), and potash(K2O) in amounts recommended by the soil test. Composted animal manure may be substituted for commercial fertilizer that meets the soil test recommendations. See web-based Fertilizer Calculators to assist in determining the correct analysis and amounts to be applied according to the soil test. 4. Clearly label the analysis on the fertilizer container. 5. Apply fertilizer as a dry or liquid material, using equipment specifically designed for mixing and agitating the fertilizer. Dry or liquid fertilizer may be applied by use of a hydroseeder. 6. Any fertilizer that becomes caked or otherwise damaged, making it unsuitable for use, shall be replaced at the Contractor’s expense. B. Fabrication General Provisions 101 through 150. C. Acceptance The Department will accept fertilizer that meets the above requirements. D. Materials Warranty General Provisions 101 through 150.
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