A02_Appendix D.docx

Appendix D: Definitions

Scalping: Areas where the grass is mowed too close to the ground because of uneven ground underneath. When grass is mowed too close to the ground it frequently appears as an unsightly yellow scar. Typically, scalping occurs when mowing on hill sides and around obstacles on uneven terrain.

Rutting: Visible marks left on the grounds from the wheels of mowing and edging equipment.

Trimming: Cutting of grass and other vegetation around grounds obstacles that prevent mowing with a lawn mower. This may include hand pulling.

Pesticide: Any toxic substance used to kill animals or plants that damage crops or ornamental plants or that are hazardous to the health of domestic animals or humans. All pesticides act by interfering with the target species' normal metabolism. They are often classified by the type of organism they are intended to control (e.g., insecticide, herbicide, fungicide).

Contractor. The "Contractor" is the individual whose contract bid was accepted by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and who has gained the responsibility of performing the duties governed by the specifications of this contract.

Contractor Representative. A foreman or superintendent, assigned to represent the interests of the contractor with regards to all matters involving the contract.

Contracting Officer. The term "Contracting Officer" shall mean the person executing this contract on behalf of the Government, and any other officer or civilian employee who is acting on his/her behalf.

Contracting Officers Representative (COR). An individual designated in writing by the Contracting Officer to be responsible for administration of the contract and Quality Assurance Representative.

Quality Control. The term “Quality Control” refers to action taken by the Contractor and/or personnel to document, inspect, and control performance of services to ensure they meet the specifications and requirements of this contract.

Quality Assurance. The term “Quality Assurance” refers to action taken by the Government to ensure the Contractor’s quality control system is functioning and effective, and the Contractor is providing services, which are in accordance with this contract.

Accident Reporting. An accident constitutes any and all incidents or acts involving the Contractor, which may or may not have caused obvious damage to persons or property. All accidents shall be reported to the Contracting Officer within 24 hours of the occurrence. All serious accidents (those resulting in death or injury requiring medical attention) shall be reported immediately.

Seed Bed Preparation. Means the mechanical turning of soil to a minimum depth of three (3) inches reducing all soil particles to a size not larger than one (1) inch at the largest dimension. The cultivated soil surfaces shall be level, free of all weeds, clods, stones, roots, sticks, gullies, crusting and caking.

Mulching. Means that immediately after the incorporation of seed the process of spreading mulch in a uniform, continuous blanket without bunching at a rate of 4000 pounds per acre.