Field Operations Guide - Kentucky Transportation Cabinet

ROADSIDE AGRONOMY (E000)Brush & Tree Removal (E010)FOG-601RECOMMENDEDPROCEDURE1. Discuss with crew the requirements of the job.2. Place traffic-control devices and station flaggers as necessary.3. Cut trees and brush as close to the ground as possible. Treat stumpswith herbicides within one hour of cutting to eliminate regrowth.4. If unable to dispose of trees and brush on the right of way, haul todisposal area.5. Remove traffic-control devices.Note: Employees shall have certification in Category 6 herbicide trainingprior to applying herbicides to cut stumps. The Pesticide Manual furtherdetails herbicide application and training.Determine area for brush and tree cutting prior to the dormant season.Areas include those with sight-distance problems, drainage obstructions,and encroachments on roadway, as well as areas around bridgeabutments for inspection.PROCEDURE FORUSE OF CHIPPER1. Follow steps 1, 2, and 3 above.2. Establish proper signing and flagging.3. Carefully feed brush into chipper.4. Remove traffic safety and warning devices.5. Move to the next pile and repeat operation.10/11 Page 2 of 2