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These Maintenance planning guidelines apply to both [http://epg.modot.mo.gov/files/7/72/232_Major_Highways_Map.pdf major] and minor roads.
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'''Definition'''
 
 
 
The time and expenses incurred for mowing right of way with tractor or push mower.  This does not include mowing at welcome areas, roadside parks, weigh stations, maintenance buildings or any office location.
 
 
 
'''Purpose'''
 
 
 
To control roadside vegetation and improve sight distance.
 
 
 
'''Scheduling'''
 
 
 
Refer to [[:Category:822 Roadside Vegetation Management|822 Roadside Vegetation Management]].
 
 
 
'''Recommended Equipment'''
 
 
 
:*Tractor
 
:*Mower
 
:*Traffic Control Equipment; reference the [[616.23 Traffic Control for Field Operations|Traffic Control for Field Operations Manual]]
 
 
 
'''Recommended Material'''
 
 
 
None.
 
 
 
'''Recommended Procedure'''
 
 
 
:1. Place traffic control devices as needed.
 
:2. Remove litter.
 
:3. Mow according to established procedures.
 
:4. Remove traffic control devices.
 
 
 
'''Safety'''
 
 
 
Use slope indicators.  Be aware of surroundings.  Wear all appropriate PPE.  Refer to the [http://lnapp1/RI/RIManual.NSF/SHToC?OpenView Safety Policies, Rules & Regulations-Employee Handbook].
 
 
 
'''Other Considerations'''
 
 
 
When roading batwing mowers, raise the mowers to the upright position, especially when crossing over bridges.  Selective mowing may be directed to address desired vegetation management practices.
 
 
 
'''References'''
 
 
 
[[:Category:822 Roadside Vegetation Management|822 Roadside Vegetation Management]]
 
 
 
 
 
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