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Amendment 3
HELL CANYON RANGER DISTRICT
LEGACY 311
POL THINNING/FUEL REDUCTION
SUPPLEMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
The purpose of this contract is to secure services to conduct timber stand improvement and fuel reduction related work including POL thinning on the Hell Canyon Ranger District, Black Hills National Forest.
Location and Description
All units are located on the Hell Canyon Ranger District, of the Black Hills National Forest, Custer and Pennington Counties, South Dakota, and are further described below.
Period of Operation Operational restrictions for all Nottingham, Friar Tuck, and Nest units are limited from May 1 through December 15 of each year. There are no operational restrictions for the Fourmile, Sherwood and Fanny units.
Period of Performance
All work under this contract shall be completed no later than October 28, 2014. Option Item units will be added as additional funding is secured. The completion date of this contract will not be adjusted or lengthened for added Option Item units. Due to current bark beetle activity, the contractor is encouraged to start work as soon as possible after contract award.
BASE ITEM
Detailed Unit Information
| UNIT NO. |
| TREATMENT AREA SIZE |
| TREATMENT |
| DESIRED LV. TREES/AC |
| SPACING OF LV. TREES |
| Nottingham #5 |
| 69 |
| POL Thin |
| 109 |
| 20’ x 20’ |
| Nottingham #6 |
| 44 |
| POL Thin |
| 109 |
| 20’ x 20’ |
| Nottingham #7 |
| 234 |
| POL Thin |
| 109 |
| 20’ x 20’ |
| Nottingham #51 |
| 23 |
| POL Thin |
| 109 |
| 20’ x 20’ |
| Nottingham #55 |
| 116 |
| POL Thin |
| 109 |
| 20’ x 20’ |
| Nottingham #58 |
| 87 |
| POL Thin |
| 109 |
| 20’ x 20’ |
| Friar Tuck #10 |
| 30 |
| POL Thin |
| 109 |
| 20’ x 20’ |
| Friar Tuck #11 |
| 31 |
| POL Thin |
| 109 |
| 20’ x 20’ |
| Friar Tuck #12 |
| 13 |
| POL Thin |
| 109 |
| 20’ x 20’ |
| Friar Tuck #50 |
| 25 |
| POL Thin |
| 109 |
| 20’ x 20’ |
| Fourmile #12 |
| 91 |
| POL Thin |
| 109 |
| 20’ x 20’ |
| Nest #11 |
| 62 |
| POL Thin |
| 109 |
| 20’ x 20’ |
Total Base Item Acres POL Thinning – 825 acres
OPTION ITEM
Detailed Unit Information
| UNIT NO. |
| TREATMENT AREA SIZE |
| TREATMENT |
| DESIRED LV. TREES/AC |
| SPACING OF LV. TREES |
| Nest #1 |
| 28 |
| POL Thin |
| 109 |
| 20’ x 20’ |
| Nest #2 |
| 66 |
| POL Thin |
| 109 |
| 20’ x 20’ |
| Nest #4 |
| 77 |
| POL Thin |
| 109 |
| 20’ x 20’ |
| Nest #8 |
| 28 |
| POL Thin |
| 109 |
| 20’ x 20’ |
| Sherwood #24 |
| 14 |
| POL Thin |
| 109 |
| 20’ x 20’ |
| Sherwood #34 |
| 117 |
| POL Thin |
| 109 |
| 20’ x 20’ |
| Sherwood #39 |
| 83 |
| POL Thin |
| 109 |
| 20’ x 20’ |
| Sherwood #40 |
| 58 |
| POL Thin |
| 109 |
| 20’ x 20’ |
| Fanny #2 |
| 16 |
| POL Thin |
| 109 |
| 20’ x 20’ |
| Fanny #11 |
| 27 |
| POL Thin |
| 109 |
| 20’ X 20’ |
Total Option Item Acres POL Thinning – 514 acres
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Tree Cutting Specifications
All Nottingham, Friar Tuck, Nest, Sherwood, Fourmile, and Fanny units are identified as POL thinning units. Within these units the contractor shall select leave trees that meet the standards listed in the PWS and Supplemental Specifications. Desired spacing is listed in the Detailed Unit Information Table, and Description of Units. In no case will any leave tree meeting the cutting specifications be any closer than 12’ from another leave tree.
In all units under this contract, trees meeting the characteristics of the whips and cull definition as identified in the PWS and Exhibit C shall be cut and treated as prescribed under Tree Cutting Specifications regardless of desired spacing. All cut trees in POL thinning units meeting the POL standards shall be skidded to approved landings.
Many of the units border meadows and natural openings. Within these units, the contractor shall not fell trees into openings or meadows. If trees and or slash fall into openings or meadows, the contractor shall remove material prior to unit acceptance.
Tree Quality – Add the Following Aspen, birch, oak, and juniper are considered preferred species under this contract. In no case will preferred species be cut unless it has been damaged as a result of winds, tornado, mechanical damage, or otherwise designated. In all units under this contract, all conifer trees less than 9” DBH shall be cut for a distance of 12’ from any preferred species greater than 3’ in height.
Spruce is not considered a preferred species under this contract and shall be cut as required to meet desired spacing requirements and other requirements as listed in the Tree Cutting Specifications.
Slash Disposal All activity or existing slash not skidded or piled in units included under this contract shall not exceed 18” in height.
All slash shall be removed from roadways, cut banks and fill slopes prior to unit acceptance unless slash is being used for road closures.
Rubber tired skidders or other machinery may be used to treat slash under this contract. When equipment is utilized, its use may be limited to periods of dry or frozen ground conditions. Whenever compaction, erosion, rutting, or damage to the residual stand is likely to result, the Contracting Officer shall order the contractor to use an alternate slashing method.
Decking of Cut Trees
In all units under his contract, the contractor shall deck cut trees greater than 5.0” DBH and less than 9.0” DBH in approved landings meeting requirements as listed in Exhibit D. Decks shall be positioned a minimum of 30’ from any green tree, slash pile, or improvement including fences and a minimum of 75’ from utility poles and lines. It may be necessary to pile in adjacent openings. Minimum deck height is 10’ unless otherwise agreed. The contractor, with prior approval, may cut additional trees to meet the spacing requirements for piles.
Many of the units include steep slopes and rock outcroppings. The contractor is expected and required to pull cable/chokers to reach POL trees in these areas. The winch line with chokers shall reach a minimum of 90’ from the “A” frame of the skidder. The cable length and winch will be part of the equipment inspection process prior to commencing work on this contract. Skidding equipment shall be equipped with winching capabilities.
Roads, Trails, Gates, and Other Open Areas
Trails and old roads exist throughout units. The contractor may use these roads to access units. All closed roads may be opened for thinning and fuel reduction activities unless otherwise stated. All opened trails or roads shall be closed prior to unit acceptance. Certain times each year, the Forest Service closes gates to protect wildlife and reduce impacts to areas during wet conditions. During this time, the contractor upon request may work behind locked gates. Contractor may be required to provide a padlock for access to a closed area.
Meadow Protection
Reasonable care shall be taken to avoid damage to vegetation cover and soil in meadows. Vehicular, tree cutting and or skidding equipment shall limit travel too access roads, skid trails, and landings.
Streamcourse &Wetland Protection
If included, streamcourse and wetlands identified for protection are shown on contract maps. Unless otherwise agreed, the following measures shall be observed to protect streamcourses.
1. Contractor’s operations shall be conducted to prevent debris from entering streamcourses, except as may be authorized under (2). In the event contractor causes debris to enter streamcourse, contractor shall remove such debris as soon as practical, but not to exceed 24 hours, and in an agreed manner that will cause the least amount of contamination and disturbance to the streamcourse.
2. Wheeled or tracked equipment shall not be operated in streamcourses except at crossings designated by the COR or Inspector, or as otherwise agreed.
Protection of Improvements The contractor shall protect archeological sites and structural improvements. Any contractor caused damage to fences, or other structures within or adjacent to the contract area shall be repaired immediately at the expense of the contractor. Fences taken down as a result of skidding operations shall be repaired at the end of each day. The COR and or Inspector shall be notified of any damage.
Erosion Control
On all units under this contract, slash may be used in lieu of water-bars or dips unless it is determined that slash will not provide adequate erosion control. The COR or Inspector will notify contractor if water-bars or rolling dips are required.
Safety
Contractor shall furnish warning signs when working adjacent to State Highways and or Forest System Roads. Unless otherwise agreed, signs shall be as specified in the manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways (MUTCD). This signing will be addressed further in the contractor supplied Safety Plan.
Acreage and Measurement
Approximate unit acreage was determined by differentially corrected Global Positioning System (GPS) data traverses or existing GIS coverage’s. Refer to the Detailed Unit Information Table for approximate acres. The Government provided acreages are only estimates. The contractor is encouraged to visit each unit prior to submitting a price. The Government will not re-measure the units under this contract.
Contractor Performance Contractor shall have no more than two open units at any given time unless otherwise agreed to by the COR.
Boundary Marking
All units under this contact are marked with three vertical orange stripes with the center stripe facing into the unit. The unit numbers are also painted periodically on boundary trees. These numbers are painted facing into the unit.
Sanitation and Servicing
Contractor shall take reasonable steps to prevent pollution or air, soil, and water contamination. Contractor shall not service equipment, and or vehicles where servicing may result in pollution. When equipment requires major repairs such as engine overhaul, cylinder replacement, major component replacement, etc, equipment shall be removed from the project site and off National Forest Lands until such time as repairs are made and re-inspection is made on the equipment.
Contractor Inspection Procedure The contractor shall use 1/20th (26.4’ radius) acre plots verifying compliance of contract specifications in all units listing desired spacing guidelines under this contract. One plot is required for every 10 acres of treatment. The contractor shall record all plot information on the Government supplied Thinning Inspection Record Form (BH-6300-1). The contractor shall provide the Thinning Inspection Record and a map of plot locations to the COR prior to requesting inspection. All work included under this contract shall meet or exceed a 90% Acceptable Quality Level. Whenever the contractor does not meet the acceptable quality level, the Contracting Officer shall direct the contractor to rework the area.
Prevention of Oil Spills
Contractor shall maintain storage facilities if products are on the project area. Contractor shall take appropriate preventative measures to insure that any spill, leak, does not enter any stream or other waters of the United States or any of the individual states.
If the total oil or oil products exceed 1,320 gallons, or if any single container exceeds the capacity of 600 gallons, contractor shall prepare a Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasures (SPCC) Plan. Such plan shall meet applicable EPA requirements (40 CFR 112), all State requirements and include certification by a registered professional engineer.
Payment
No partial payments for partially completed units will be made. The contractor shall notify the COR when a unit is completed and ready for inspection by submitting a Request for Inspection Form (BH-6300-1). The Government shall complete the final inspection within seven calendar days following the request and if work completed is acceptable, payment will be recommended to the Contracting Officer.
Description of Base Item Units Nottingham #5 – Located in T1N, R1E, Sections 7, 8, BHM, approximately 42 road miles northwest of Custer, South Dakota. Unit is identified as a POL thinning unit. Desired spacing in unit is 20’ x 20’, depending on terrain, size class of trees, and presence of preferred species. The contractor shall select leave trees that meet the standards listed under Tree Quality. In addition to thinning, all bug infested trees meeting the cutting specifications shall be cut and skidded to an approved landing. All size classes of trees shall be considered for spacing purposes. In no case shall any tree meeting the cutting specifications be any closer than 12’ to another leave tree.
Nottingham #6 – Located in T1N, R1E, Section 16, BHM, approximately 42 road miles northwest of Custer, South Dakota. Unit is identified as a POL thinning unit. Desired spacing in unit is 20’ x 20’, depending on terrain, size class of trees, and presence of preferred species. The contractor shall select leave trees that meet the standards listed under Tree Quality. In addition to thinning, all bug infested trees meeting the cutting specifications shall be cut and skidded to an approved landing. All size classes of trees shall be considered for spacing purposes. In no case shall any tree meeting the cutting specifications be any closer than 12’ to another leave tree.
Nottingham #7 – Located in T1N, R1E, Sections 10, 11, 14, 15, BHM, approximately 45 road miles northwest of Custer, South Dakota. Unit is identified as a POL thinning unit. Desired spacing in unit is 20’ x 20’, depending on terrain, size class of trees, and presence of preferred species. The contractor shall select leave trees that meet the standards listed under Tree Quality. In addition to thinning, all bug infested trees meeting the cutting specifications shall be cut and skidded to an approved landing. All size classes of trees shall be considered for spacing purposes. In no case shall any tree meeting the cutting specifications be any closer than 12’ to another leave tree.
Nottingham #51 – Located in T1N, R1E, Section 8, BHM, approximately 42 road miles northwest of Custer, South Dakota. Unit is identified as a POL thinning unit. Desired spacing in unit is 20’ x 20’, depending on terrain, size class of trees, and presence of preferred species. The contractor shall select leave trees that meet the standards listed under Tree Quality. In addition to thinning, all bug infested trees meeting the cutting specifications shall be cut and skidded to an approved landing. All size classes of trees shall be considered for spacing purposes. In no case shall any tree meeting the cutting specifications be any closer than 12’ to another leave tree.
Nottingham #55 – Located in T1N, R1E, Sections 18, 19, 20, BHM, approximately 43 road miles northwest of Custer, South Dakota. Unit is identified as a POL thinning unit. Desired spacing in unit is 20’ x 20’, depending on terrain, size class of trees, and presence of preferred species. The contractor shall select leave trees that meet the standards listed under Tree Quality. In addition to thinning, all bug infested trees meeting the cutting specifications shall be cut and skidded to an approved landing. All size classes of trees shall be considered for spacing purposes. In no case shall any tree meeting the cutting specifications be any closer than 12’ to another leave tree.
Nottingham #58 – Located in T1N, R1E, Sections 28, 29, BHM, approximately 43 road miles northwest of Custer, South Dakota. Unit is identified as a POL thinning unit. Desired spacing in unit is 20’ x 20’, depending on terrain, size class of trees, and presence of preferred species. The contractor shall select leave trees that meet the standards listed under Tree Quality. In addition to thinning, all bug infested trees meeting the cutting specifications shall be cut and skidded to an approved landing. All size classes of trees shall be considered for spacing purposes. In no case shall any tree meeting the cutting specifications be any closer than 12’ to another leave tree.
Friar Tuck #10 – Located in T1S, R1E, Sections 8, 9, BHM, approximately 33 road miles northwest of Custer, South Dakota. Unit is identified as a POL thinning unit. Desired spacing in unit is 20’ x 20’, depending on terrain, size class of trees, and presence of preferred species. The contractor shall select leave trees that meet the standards listed under Tree Quality. In addition to thinning, all bug infested trees meeting the cutting specifications shall be cut and skidded to an approved landing. All size classes of trees shall be considered for spacing purposes. In no case shall any tree meeting the cutting specifications be any closer than 12’ to another leave tree.
Friar Tuck #11 – Located in T1S, R1E, Sections 8, BHM, approximately 33 road miles northwest of Custer, South Dakota. Unit is identified as a POL thinning unit. Desired spacing in unit is 20’ x 20’, depending on terrain, size class of trees, and presence of preferred species. The contractor shall select leave trees that meet the standards listed under Tree Quality. In addition to thinning, all bug infested trees meeting the cutting specifications shall be cut and skidded to an approved landing. All size classes of trees shall be considered for spacing purposes. In no case shall any tree meeting the cutting specifications be any closer than 12’ to another leave tree.
Friar Tuck #12 – Located in T1S, R1E, Sections 8, BHM, approximately 33 road miles northwest of Custer, South Dakota. Unit is identified as a POL thinning unit. Desired spacing in unit is 20’ x 20’, depending on terrain, size class of trees, and presence of preferred species. The contractor shall select leave trees that meet the standards listed under Tree Quality. In addition to thinning, all bug infested trees meeting the cutting specifications shall be cut and skidded to an approved landing. All size classes of trees shall be considered for spacing purposes. In no case shall any tree meeting the cutting specifications be any closer than 12’ to another leave tree.
Friar Tuck #50 – Located in T1S, R1E, Sections 21, BHM, approximately 30 road miles northwest of Custer, South Dakota. Unit is identified as a POL thinning unit. Desired spacing in unit is 20’ x 20’, depending on terrain, size class of trees, and presence of preferred species. The contractor shall select leave trees that meet the standards listed under Tree Quality. In addition to thinning, all bug infested trees meeting the cutting specifications shall be cut and skidded to an approved landing. All size classes of trees shall be considered for spacing purposes. In no case shall any tree meeting the cutting specifications be any closer than 12’ to another leave tree.
Fourmile #12 – Located in T3S, R3E, Section 34, T4S, R3E, Sections 2, 3, BHM, approximately 9 road miles west of Custer, South Dakota. Unit is identified as a POL thinning unit. Desired spacing in unit is 20’ x 20’, depending on terrain, size class of trees, and presence of preferred species. The contractor shall select leave trees that meet the standards listed under Tree Quality. In addition to thinning, all bug infested trees meeting the cutting specifications shall be cut and skidded to an approved landing. All size classes of trees shall be considered for spacing purposes. In no case shall any tree meeting the cutting specifications be any closer than 12’ to another leave tree.
Nest #11 – Located in T1N, R1E, Section 1, BHM, approximately 29 road miles northwest of Custer, South Dakota. Unit is identified as a POL thinning unit. Desired spacing in unit is 20’ x 20’, depending on terrain, size class of trees, and presence of preferred species. The contractor shall select leave trees that meet the standards listed under Tree Quality. In addition to thinning, all bug infested trees meeting the cutting specifications shall be cut and skidded to an approved landing. All size classes of trees shall be considered for spacing purposes. In no case shall any tree meeting the cutting specifications be any closer than 12’ to another leave tree.
Description of Option Item Units Nest #1 – Located in T2N, R1E, Sections 23, 26, BHM, approximately 29 road miles northwest of Custer, South Dakota. Unit is identified as a POL thinning unit. Desired spacing in unit is 20’ x 20’, depending on terrain, size class of trees, and presence of preferred species. The contractor shall select leave trees that meet the standards listed under Tree Quality. In addition to thinning, all bug infested trees meeting the cutting specifications shall be cut and skidded to an approved landing. All size classes of trees shall be considered for spacing purposes. In no case shall any tree meeting the cutting specifications be any closer than 12’ to another leave tree.
Nest #2 – Located in T2N, R1E, Sections 23, 25, 26, BHM, approximately 29 road miles northwest of Custer, South Dakota. Unit is identified as a POL thinning unit. Desired spacing in unit is 20’ x 20’, depending on terrain, size class of trees, and presence of preferred species. The contractor shall select leave trees that meet the standards listed under Tree Quality. In addition to thinning, all bug infested trees meeting the cutting specifications shall be cut and skidded to an approved landing. All size classes of trees shall be considered for spacing purposes. In no case shall any tree meeting the cutting specifications be any closer than 12’ to another leave tree.
Nest #4 – Located in T2N, R1E, Section 26, 35, BHM, approximately 29 road miles northwest of Custer, South Dakota. Unit is identified as a POL thinning unit. Desired spacing in unit is 20’ x 20’, depending on terrain, size class of trees, and presence of preferred species. The contractor shall select leave trees that meet the standards listed under Tree Quality. In addition to thinning, all bug infested trees meeting the cutting specifications shall be cut and skidded to an approved landing. All size classes of trees shall be considered for spacing purposes. In no case shall any tree meeting the cutting specifications be any closer than 12’ to another leave tree.
Nest #8 – Located in T2N, R1E, Sections 23, 26, BHM, approximately 29 road miles northwest of Custer, South Dakota. Unit is identified as a POL thinning unit. Desired spacing in unit is 20’ x 20’, depending on terrain, size class of trees, and presence of preferred species. The contractor shall select leave trees that meet the standards listed under Tree Quality. In addition to thinning, all bug infested trees meeting the cutting specifications shall be cut and skidded to an approved landing. All size classes of trees shall be considered for spacing purposes. In no case shall any tree meeting the cutting specifications be any closer than 12’ to another leave tree.
Sherwood #24 – Located in T1S, R1E, Section 29, BHM, approximately 29 road miles northwest of Custer, South Dakota. Unit is identified as a POL thinning unit. Desired spacing in unit is 20’ x 20’, depending on terrain, size class of trees, and presence of preferred species. The contractor shall select leave trees that meet the standards listed under Tree Quality. In addition to thinning, all bug infested trees meeting the cutting specifications shall be cut and skidded to an approved landing. All size classes of trees shall be considered for spacing purposes. In no case shall any tree meeting the cutting specifications be any closer than 12’ to another leave tree.
Sherwood #34 – Located in T2S, R1E, Section 7, BHM, approximately 26 road miles northwest of Custer, South Dakota. Unit is identified as a POL thinning unit. Desired spacing in unit is 20’ x 20’, depending on terrain, size class of trees, and presence of preferred species. The contractor shall select leave trees that meet the standards listed under Tree Quality. In addition to thinning, all bug infested trees meeting the cutting specifications shall be cut and skidded to an approved landing. All size classes of trees shall be considered for spacing purposes. In no case shall any tree meeting the cutting specifications be any closer than 12’ to another leave tree.
Sherwood #39 – Located in T2S, R1E, Sections 7, 18, BHM, approximately 26 road miles northwest of Custer, South Dakota. Unit is identified as a POL thinning unit. Desired spacing in unit is 20’ x 20’, depending on terrain, size class of trees, and presence of preferred species. The contractor shall select leave trees that meet the standards listed under Tree Quality. In addition to thinning, all bug infested trees meeting the cutting specifications shall be cut and skidded to an approved landing. All size classes of trees shall be considered for spacing purposes. In no case shall any tree meeting the cutting specifications be any closer than 12’ to another leave tree.
Sherwood #40 – Located in T2S, R1E, Section 19, BHM, approximately 30 road miles northwest of Custer, South Dakota. Unit is identified as a POL thinning unit. Desired spacing in unit is 20’ x 20’, depending on terrain, size class of trees, and presence of preferred species. The contractor shall select leave trees that meet the standards listed under Tree Quality. In addition to thinning, all bug infested trees meeting the cutting specifications shall be cut and skidded to an approved landing. All size classes of trees shall be considered for spacing purposes. In no case shall any tree meeting the cutting specifications be any closer than 12’ to another leave tree.
Fanny #2 – Located in T3S, R1E, Section 8, BHM, approximately 24 road miles northwest of Custer, South Dakota. Unit is identified as a POL thinning unit. Desired spacing in unit is 20’ x 20’, depending on terrain, size class of trees, and presence of preferred species. The contractor shall select leave trees that meet the standards listed under Tree Quality. In addition to thinning, all bug infested trees meeting the cutting specifications shall be cut and skidded to an approved landing. All size classes of trees shall be considered for spacing purposes. In no case shall any tree meeting the cutting specifications be any closer than 12’ to another leave tree.
Fanny #11 – Located in T3S, R1E, Sections 15, 22, BHM, approximately 31 road miles northwest of Custer, South Dakota. Unit is identified as a POL thinning unit. Desired spacing in unit is 20’ x 20’, depending on terrain, size class of trees, and presence of preferred species. The contractor shall select leave trees that meet the standards listed under Tree Quality. In addition to thinning, all bug infested trees meeting the cutting specifications shall be cut and skidded to an approved landing. All size classes of trees shall be considered for spacing purposes. In no case shall any tree meeting the cutting specifications be any closer than 12’ to another leave tree.
Washing Equipment
In order to prevent the spread of noxious weeds into the contract area, contractor shall clean all off-road logging and construction equipment prior to equipment being transported to the project site. Contractor shall employ whatever cleaning methods are necessary to ensure that off-road equipment is free of noxious weeds. Equipment shall be considered free of soil, seed, and other such debris when a visual inspection does not disclose such material. Disassembly of equipment components or specialized inspection tools is not required. This cleaning shall remove all visible soil, plant parts, seeds, vegetative matter, or other debris that could contain or hold seeds including but not limited to the engine compartment, winch area, wheels, etc. Only logging and construction equipment cleaned and inspected by the Forest Service will be allowed to operate within the contract area. All subsequent move-ins of equipment to the contract area shall be treated in the same manner as the initial move in. "Off-road equipment" includes all logging and construction machinery, except for log trucks, chip vans, service vehicles, water trucks, pickup trucks, cars, and similar vehicles.
Unless otherwise agreed, contractor shall give the Forest Service a minimum of 24 hours notice when equipment is ready for inspection. Notification will include an agreed upon location where the equipment will be available for inspection by the Forest Service.
New infestations of noxious weeds are a concern to the Forest Service and shall be identified by either contractor or Forest Service, within the contract area and shall be promptly reported to the other party. Contractor and Forest Service shall agree on necessary steps to reduce or stop the spread of noxious weeds when new infestations are found. A current list, along with photos, of noxious weeds of concern to Forest Service is available at each Forest Service office upon request.
Fire Prevention and Control
(A) Tools and Equipment:
The Contractor shall furnish and maintain in a serviceable condition one shovel, size O or larger with a minimum of a 48” handle, for each employee working in the project area. These shovels may be stored in the employee’s private vehicle or the contractor's vehicles, but must be readily available to each employee while in the project area.
For each yarder, loader, jammer, chipper, crawler tractor, skidder, hauling truck, portable welder, or comparable type equipment, the Contractor shall furnish one shovel, size O or larger with a minimum of a 48” handle, attached to each unit and one two and one-half pound or larger dry chemical or five pound or larger carbon dioxide type fire extinguisher attached to each unit.
For each power saw, soil auger, portable pump, or like powered equipment, the Contractor shall furnish one shovel, size 0 or larger, and one dry chemical fire extinguisher, 8 ounce or larger, immediately available to the operator of the equipment. The fire extinguisher shall be with the operator of the equipment; the shovel may be with the fuel container used to refuel the equipment.
Refueling of the equipment shall be done in an area cleared and void of flammable materials. Power saws shall be moved from the spot of refueling before starting.
(B) Fire Prevention.
Blasting – Advance approval in writing is required from the District Ranger. The use of fuses shall not be permitted, except near power lines where the danger of accidental detonation is present. Use of prima cord will not be allowed in clearing operations where flammable materials are present. A watchman will remain on site for at least one hour after detonation in areas of blasting where flammable fuels are present. Explosives will be stored at all times in a locked box marked "Explosives." All Federal, State, and local laws concerning the use and storage of explosives shall be followed.
Welding – All flammable materials will be cleared for a minimum distance of 10 feet around any welding operation. Fire extinguishers and fire tools are required as shown in Section B-1(b).
Open Fires – In accordance with State and local regulations.
Pursuant to 36 CFR 261.50a the following is prohibited on each National Forest or National Grasslands in the Rocky Mountain Region:
Operating or using any internal or external combustion engine on any timber, brush or grass covered land, including trails traversing such land, without a spark arrester, maintained in effective working order, meeting either (i) Department of Agriculture, Forest Service Standard 5100-1a; or (ii) the 80 percent efficiency level determined according to the appropriate Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) recommended Practices J335 and J350.
Gas and Oil Use and Storage – Gasoline will be stored and transported only in approved containers with tight caps or seals. Gas and oil drum storage areas will be cleared of all flammable material for a distance of 50 feet around the drums. Storage areas will be posted with "No Smoking" signs. Oil filters, oil cans, oily rags, etc., will be removed from the project area and discarded in proper waste disposal receptacles or sites.
Smoking – Smoking is prohibited while operating tractors or open-type vehicles, or while walking or working in an area with flammable fuels.
Violation of this regulation and the general prohibitions of 36 CFR 261.3 to .20 is punishable by a fine of not more than $500 or imprisonment for not more than 6 months or both.
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