Field Operations Guide - Kentucky Transportation Cabinet

ROADSIDE AGRONOMY (E000)—Herbicide TreatmentUnder Guardrails & Around Posts by State Forces (E290)FOG-609RECOMMENDEDPROCEDURE1. Discuss with crew the requirements of the job.2. Place traffic-control devices as necessary. Use pickup truck as trailvehicle.3. Follow all instructions and precautions on weed and brush control.4. Follow use of herbicides according to the label.5. Treat minimum of 2-foot wide pattern under guardrails or guardposts (varies from 2—8 feet).6. Remove traffic-control devices.Note: Employees shall receive certification in Category 6 pesticidetraining prior to applying pesticides. A district roadside environmentadministrator shall oversee spraying operations. The Pesticide Manualfurther details herbicide application and training.Special Note: Determine accomplishment before leaving job site.10/11 Page 2 of 2