Field Operations Guide - Kentucky Transportation Cabinet

FOG-706ChapterMOWING(F000)SubjectType-3 Mowing, Sickle & Rotary(F310)DESCRIPTIONMowing on all roads by state personnel for safety and sight distanceHaul mower operators to and from work, assist operators in breakdowns,serve as liaison between foreman and mower operators, assist operatorsin safety signing, sharpen and repair blades, etc. (Section Required)SCHEDULINGSchedule this mowing only after operators have mowed all roads forsafety and sight distance.RECOMMENDEDPERSONNEL Highway Equipment Operator (3)RECOMMENDEDEQUIPMENTRotary, flail, or sickle-bar mower andtractor or combination of two types (2)Crew-cab pickup truck (1)Small toolsNote: For efficient use, operators may substitute a 15-foot rotary mowerfor one of the mowers above on roads where suitable terrain exists.RECOMMENDEDMATERIALSN/AENVIRONMENTALIMPACTSFollow the Environmental Handbook for fueling and servicing equipment.PERFORMANCEVALUESFUNCTION Hours Per Unit 1.333 Daily Expectation 12 Accomplishment UnitAcreFE0110/11 Page 1 of 2