SECTION 220 - INSECT PEST CONTROL
220.01 Description. This work consists of furnishing and applying approved
insecticides to control armyworms and other destructive insects that damage or destroy planted vegetation. It shall be the Contractor's responsibility to continually observe the planted areas for insect damage, especially during the late su mmer and early fall. The Contractor shall, upon observing destructive insects, report it to the Engineer. If the Engineer or the Engineer’s representative observes insect damage, the Contractor will be notified.
220.02 Materials. The Contractor shall select a nd furnish an effective insecticide
produced by a reputable manufacturer in acco rdance with all Federal and State Laws and Regulations, and it shall meet the approval of the Engineer. The material shall be furnished in properly labeled containers. The Contractor shall be responsible for handling, storing and applying the material in accordance with the information shown on the label and complying with all Federal an d State Laws and Regulations regarding its application and use. The Department will not be liable for violations in applying the material or damage caused by its use.
220.03 Construction Requirements.
220.03.1 General. The Engineer will determine the areas to be treated, and the
Contractor shall immediately treat these ar eas unless weather conditions are unfavorable for proper treatment. The Cont ractor shall apply the approved insecticide at the rate and in the manner according to the requirements shown on the labe l of the container for the destructive pest being controlled. The equipment used in applying the material shall produce uniform coverage. The Engineer will determine if satisfactory pest control was obtained on the treated areas. The Contractor shall reapply insecticides to areas where control is unsatisfactory at no additional cost to the State. When the Engineer determines that pest control efforts were timely and correctly applied, the Contractor will be paid for any required re-g rassing. If the Engineer determines that pest control efforts were unsatisfactory, th e Contractor will re-grass the area at no additional cost to the State.
220.03.2 Safeguards. In addition to the requirements specified in Subsection 220.02,
safeguards in applying insecticides are th e responsibility of the Contractor, and the Contractor shall be responsible for damage to the wildlife and human welfare. The following are minimum basic safeguards to be observed:
a.All insecticides shall be applied by approved ground equipment or approved aircraft mounted spray equipment. Aerial application shall be approved in writing by the Engineer.
b.Personnel must be qualified to engage in this work.
c.Personnel handling the insecticide and equipment operators must wear the recommended protective apparel.
d.Avoid drift of insecticide on adjacent property.
e.Do not contaminate streams, ponds or lakes.
f.Some insecticides are high ly toxic to bees. When application is to be near bee hives, provide a day advance notice to the beekeeper.
g.Normally, insecticide application will be restricted to roadside areas that are under construction and not open to the public. Precautions for the protection of the public must be taken when treatment is ordered for rest areas, parks, etc.; namely, by keeping pedestrians off the area until the insecticide is washed off the turf area or the insecticide deteriorates and is not harmful. Application methods and rates shall be in accordance with the instructions shown on the label of the insecticide container.
220.03.3 Contract Quantities . The quantity for insect pest control is estimated for
bidding purposes only and this quantity may be varied dependent upon actual need or omitted entirely.
220.04 Method of Measurement . Insect pest control of the area properly treated and
accepted will be measured by the acre. The area shall be computed from measurements taken parallel to the surface of the treated area.
220.05 Basis of Payment. Insect pest control, measured as provided above, will be paid
for at the fixed contract unit price per acre as pre-entered in the proposal and shall be full compensation for completing the work. No change in payment will be made because of differential costs from the fixed contract unit price. It is fully understood and agreed that any differential cost will be included in the prices bid for other roadside development items. Payment will be made under: 220-A: Insect Pest Control - per acre
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Source: Standard Specifications for Road and Bridge Construction, 2017 Edition. Pages 160–161 of 1,113. View official source ↗