Specifications include, but are not limited to: 1. It is extremely important during inclement weather that all efforts are made to have the sites accessible and safe for individuals and staff. To have accessibility, snow and slush removal shall automatically commence at the accumulation of 3 inches at the contracted site. It is the Contractor’s sole responsibility to ensure they are aware of when each site on this contract has accumulated 3 inches of snow or slush. In the event of drifting snow and/or formation of slush or ice, maintained surfaces shall be serviced to obtain a safe environment. 2. Snow and slush removal will be ongoing, allowing no more than 3 inches of accumulation. At the conclusion of weather event, all maintained surfaces shall be cleared to bare pavement and followed immediately by application of anti-icing materials. Snow and slush removal may be preceded by the spread of anti-icing materials. Anti-icing materials may also be used for ice control when needed before the end of a weather event, but it must be used immediately at the conclusion of a weather event following surfaces cleared to bare pavement. 3. Contractor must be able to provide snow and slush removal and ice control services on a seven days per week, 24 hours a day basis. Please note: Staff change shifts at approximately 6:00 a.m., 2:30 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. and the individuals leave their homes by 7:30am and return at 3:00pm. The driveways and sidewalks MUST be clear of snow, slush, and ice during these departures and arrivals. Pre-treatment of surfaces (anti- icing), plowing, sanding, and ice control (de-icing) services must be conducted in accordance with the timeframes mentioned above...
