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Home My WebLink AboutContract No. 2014-2565PROPOSAL Emerald Ash Borer Treatment City of Columbia Heights, Minnesota May 5, 2014 a DAVEY company n U RESOURCE GROUP A Division of The Davey Tree Ezped Company Proposal Emerald Ash Borer Treatment Program City of Columbia Heights, Minnesota 2014 Presented to: City of Columbia Heights Public Works Department 63738 Ih Avenue N.E. Columbia Heights, Minnesota 55421 /lor9\ I " �, iii Presented by: Davey Resource Group, Prime Contractor A Division of The Davey Tree Expert Company 1500 North Mantua Street Kent, Ohio 44240 Contact: Brian Said Phone: (330) 541 -3728 Fax: (330) 673 -0860 E -mail: brian.said @davey.com www.daveyresourcegroup.com Corporate Phone: (330) 673 -9511 www.davey.com /drg May 5, 2014 14:00 CST Table of Contents Front Page/Request for Quote ..................... ............................... I. Pricing ...................................................... ............................... II. General Specifications ............................ ............................... 1. Experience ......................................... ............................... 2. Quality Assurance ............................. ............................... 3. Personnel ........................................... ............................... 4. Representation ................................... ............................... III. Pesticide References ............................. ............................... Attachments................................................ ............................... A. Minnesota Commercial Pesticide Business License...... B. Minnesota Business License ........... ............................... C. Proof of Insurance meeting CITY Requirements .......... .................. ............................... 1 .................. ............................... 2 .................. ............................... 4 .................. ............................... 4 .................. ............................... 4 .................. ............................... 5 .................. ............................... 6 .................. ............................... 7 ................. ............................... 9 ................. ............................... 9 ............... ............................... 10 ............... ............................... 11 1J. r1VU1 ULCy UIC LEU1I1CU lU USC 1Tee -Age anu me mamnaclurer recommended equipment needed ............................................................. ............................... 12 E. Proof of one certified arborist on staff ............................................... ............................... 13 F. Proof of Pesticide Applicator Certification ........................................ ............................... 16 G. Proof Contractor has been in business for minimum of 5 years ........ ............................... 19 H. Davey's Safe Pesticide Use Policy .................................................... ............................... 27 I. TREE -age Treatment Guidelines for EAB ........................................ ............................... 34 J. Affidavit of Non - Collusion ................................................................ ............................... 35 Proposal for City of Columbia Heights Emerald Ash Borer Treatment i Prepared by Davey Resource Group Front Page /Request for Quote GENERAL INFORMATION: BIDS: The undersigned BIDDER proposes and agrees, if this Bid is accepted, to enter into an agreement with OWNER on the form included in the Contract Documents to perform and furnish all Work as specified or indicated in the Contract Documents for the Contract Price and within the Contract time indicated in this bid and in accordance with the other terms and conditions of the Contract Document. In submitting this bid, BIDDER represents, as more fully set forth in the Agreement, that: (a) BIDDER has examined the RFP and of the following Addenda (receipt of all of which is hereby acknowledged): Date Ntunber April 29, 2014 #1 May 1, 2014 #2 Proposal for City of Columbia Heights Emerald Ash Borer Treatment Prepared by Davey Resource Group I. Pricing Please refer to Attachment I for the suggested TREE -age treatment application guidelines for Emerald Ash Borer. Number of Ash Trees Size Class (DBH) Inch Price Per Diameter Inch Total Bid for all trees this size class ( #Trees x Price per Tree) 1 6 $3.15 $18.89 1 7 $3.42 $23.95 1 8 $3.15 $25.19 2 9 $3.36 $60.50 3 10 $3.15 $94.45 3 11 $3.32 $109.64 4 12 $3.15 $151.12 6 13 $3.30 $257.06 6 14 $3.38 $284.26 18 15 $3.79 $1,023.48 10 16 $3.97 $635.73 23 17 $3.81 $1,490.55 18 18 $3.97 $1,287.36 16 19 $3.83 $1,164.05 13 20 $4.44 $1,154.88 12 21 $4.63 $1,166.40 9 22 $4.80 $950.07 8 23 $4.95 $911.41 3 24 $4.80 $345.48 1 25 $4.94 $123.52 1 26 $5.07 $131.89 1 27 $5.19 1 $140.25 Total Bid: $ $11,550.14 (Sum of Total Bid Price of Trees, Above) Price Inflator for 2015: 0 % (The price inflator will be used to adjust prices for the 2015 contract year. If 0 %, write in 0, do not leave blank.) Proposal for City of Columbia Heights Emerald Ash Borer Treatment 2 Prepared by Davey Resource Group Company Name: Davey Resource Group, A Division of The Davey Tree Expert Company Company Address: 1500 North Mantua Street, Kent, OH 44240 Phone Number: 330 - 673 -5685 Fax Number: 330 - 673 -0860 E -mail Address: brian.said @davey.com Date: 5/5/14 Signature: - -� Print Name: Brian Said Title: Government Invasive Species Manager PROPOSAL ACCEPTED: Signature Print Name Walter R. Fehst Title City Manager Date Proposal for City of Columbia Heights Emerald Ash Borer Treatment 3 Prepared by Davey Resource Group II. General Specifications 1. Experience Davey has the experience and resources necessary to perform this work within the specifications outlined by the City of Columbia Heights. Davey's local residential office, S &S Tree and Horticultural Specialists, is located in St. Paul, Minnesota. S &S Tree and Horticultural Specialists was established in 1976 by Steve Sylvester as a general landscaping business. Over the next 30 years, S &S expanded their service lines to add plant health care, turf care, forestry consulting, premium quality mulch, and property maintenance. In 2013 S &S was purchased by The Davey Tree Expert Company expanding their resources and enabling the company to provide a wider range of services to communities in Minnesota. The local S &S office includes more than 75 employees, of which 17 are ISA Certified Arborists. Davey will mobilize to begin performing applications under the timing delineated in the City's RFP and will continue until the work is completed, adjusting staffing levels as necessary to account for fluctuations in productivity rates and weather days. Treatment will occur as directed by the City of Columbia Heights on the identified city street trees. 2. Quality Assurance Davey is committed to assisting our clients reach their goals, whether that is eradication or efficient management of the invasive species. Accordingly, all personnel will approach every contract with the highest standards of quality and attention to detail. In this way, we positively contribute to the cooperative efforts of government, community and private industry. Davey's Quality Control program will recognize and reinforce the highest quality of work. The QC program will implement procedures that will foremost prevent defective services and also identify and ensure non - recurrence of any deficient work. The goal of the program is that all host trees are properly and safely treated, and accurately recorded. The Quality Control Program will be implemented by the Project Manager. The QC program will identify, document and report deficiencies and also initiate corrective actions to ensure that the performance objective of treating one hundred percent (100%) of the identified host trees in the designated areas is met. Davey Applicators will keep accurate pesticide application records in accordance with the requirements by the State of Minnesota. The Project Manager will ensure all necessary signage is posted during treatment. Upon successful completion of pesticide injection, the applicator will affix a numbered aluminum tag. Consequences of Poor Quality Safety and quality are priorities on all projects. If an Applicator is not achieving the quality as defined in this quality control plan, Davey managers will determine a corrective action for this Applicator. This corrective action will be communicated directly to the Applicator and will include the steps needed to remedy the quality issue. If an Applicator is determined to have regular quality problems or if the Applicator fails to implement the required corrective Proposal for City of Columbia Heights Emerald Ash Borer Treatment 4 Prepared by Davey Resource Group action, Davey managers will treat this problem in accordance with Davey disciplinary procedures. The procedures are as follows: First Offense — A verbal warning. Second Offense — A written warning and/or time off without pay. Third Offense — Removal from the EAB project. Contractor Liability The Davey Quality Control Program will also provide documentation and resolution of any damages, losses, or injuries to people, property, or animals which occur directly or indirectly from work performed by the Davey and/or our subcontractors under this contract. It will be the responsibility of the Project Manager to verify that all required follow -ups and claims have been completed. 3. Personnel 1. Key Personnel Davey Tree is well experienced in the treatment of invasive species, including Emerald Ash Borer. They have numerous experienced applicators ready to begin treatment work immediately. All Davey applicators selected to work on this contract are fully licensed and will have either a State of Minnesota Commercial Pesticide license or one from a state with a reciprocal agreement with Minnesota. The Minnesota Department of Agriculture has a reciprocal agreement with both Ohio and Indiana that acknowledges the equivalent applicator certification. The personnel identified in Attachment F are fully licensed applicators. Davey's Project Manager will ensure the efficient management of the project whilst upholding the highest quality, professionalism and positive community relations. He will also be responsible for the administration of Davey's Quality Assurance Program. a. Key Personnel Resumes: i. Project Manager Ben Brusie will serve as both the Project Arborist and the Project Manager. Ben is an ISA certified arborist and holds an Ohio (4A, 6A) Commercial Pesticide Applicator's License (see Attachment E for resume). Minnesota recognizes Ohio licenses under their reciprocity agreement. ii. Applicators All Applicators will be fully licensed according to the MDA regulations. Copies of all pesticide applicator licenses, including Davey's Business Applicator License for the state of Minnesota, can be found in Attachments A, B, and F. iii. National Project Management Resumes for Davey's National Management Team, Brian Said and Herb Landmann, can be found in Attachment E. Proposal for City of Columbia Heights Emerald Ash Borer Treatment 5 Prepared by Davey Resource Group 4. Representation Davey is experienced in maintaining a positive appearance within the community. This is particularly important during contacts involving invasive species and product applications, both of which can be sensitive subjects to the general public. All employees will maintain a professional appearance at all times as well as wearing appropriate safety equipment. All Davey vehicles will be properly identified during the contract with vehicle decals Proposal for City of Columbia Heights Emerald Ash Borer Treatment 6 Prepared by Davey Resource Group III. Pesticide References Davey is well experienced in providing the highest quality treatment programs for invasive species management. Davey has been providing treatment services to the federal government for over a decade in such states as New York, Ohio, Massachusetts, and Indiana. The Davey Tree Expert Company has over 125 years of arboriculture experience. The company was founded in 1880, incorporated in 1908 and currently has over 7,000 employees. There are over 450 ISA Certified Arborists and a significant number of certified pesticide applicators within the company throughout the United States and Canada. 1. Name: Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation Address: _200 E. Berry Street, Suite 490, Fort Wayne, IN 46802 Phone: Contact Persons: Chad Tinkel (Full Name and Title) Phone Number / Fax Number: 260 - 427 -6480 Name/Type of Pesticide Provided: _EAB Treatment Program, Fort Wayne, IN Approximate Dollar Amount of This Project: $32,993 Period of This Contract: 2013 2. Name: USDA/APHIS Address: 320 -01 Merrick Rd., Amityville, NY 11701 Phone: 631 -598 -5943 Contact Persons: Joe Gittleman (Full Name and Title) Phone Number / Fax Number: 631 - 598 -5943 Name/Type of Pesticide Provided: ALB Treatment Program, New York, New York Approximate Dollar Amount of This Project: $50.8 million (total all contracts) Period of This Contract: 2002, 2004 -2011 Proposal for City of Columbia Heights Emerald Ash Borer Treatment Prepared by Davey Resource Group 3. Name: USA/APHIS Address: 151 W. Boylston Dr., Worcester, MA 01606 Phone: 508- 852 -8090 Contact Persons: Clint McFarland (Full Name and Title) Phone Number / Fax Number: 508- 852 -8090 Name/Type of Pesticide Provided: ALB Treatment Program Boston, Massachusetts Approximate Dollar Amount of This Project: $121,100 Period of This Contract: 2011 and 2013 Proposal for City of Columbia Heights Emerald Ash Borer Treatment 8 Prepared by Davey Resource Group Attachments A. Minnesota Commercial Pesticide Business License Search Criteria Company Name: DAVEY TREE Number of Fertilizer Companies: 3 Fertizer License eb -02....1.8 g .. DAVEY TREE EXPERT COMPANY THE 2500 FERNBROOK LN N PLYMOUTH, MN 55447 -4689 (763) 553 -9740 Commercial Pesticide Applicators: NAME LK:ENSE CEGORIES AT' STATUS END DATE I `BEAVER, NATHANIEL K 142801 1AEP IIN GOOD STANDING '1213112014' DONNELLY, DAVID L 12013395 AEP IIN GOOD STANDING 1/2014 12/31 r20811 iAEP IN GOD STANDING 1M1/20141 GOLDNG, HAMANN, LUCAS L 20148418 AEP IIN GOOD STANDING 1 2131 2 0 1 4 License #20087545 JDAVEY TREE EXPERT COMPANY THE DBA MAIER TREE & LAWN 3930HWY14E ROCHESTER, MN 55904 (507) 386 -8733 Pesticide Applicators: NAME LICENSE CCATEGORIES , STATUS END DATE JENSCH, SAMUEL J 20142227 AEP 'IN GOOD STANDING 112/31/2014, MADSE�TIN B 12012M7 AEG P IN GOOD STANDING 12/31/2014 MORGAN, JENNIFER 120149838 ;AEGP IN GOOD STANDING 12/312014 ROBINSON, JARRED 20081994 AEP IN GOOD STANDING 112/31/2014, License #20136482 DAVEY TREE EXPERT COMPANY THE 7085 SHADY OAK RD EDEN PRAIRIE, MN 55344 (612)392 -2405 ICommercial Pesticide Applicators: NAME 'LICENSE CATEGORIES STATUS END DATE ELSTAD, LUCAS J x20088081 AEP -� IN GOOD STANDING: 12/312014 i FEICHTINGER, CHRISTIAN J 20148184 AEP N GOOD STANDING 112/31/2014' GUSTAFSON, RYAN J x20130787 AEP IN GOOD STANDING 12/312014 HUBER. SETH P 20109282 AEP N GOOD STANDING,12/3 21 0 41 XARCH, KEITH 120133638 1AEP [IN GOOD STANDING '12/312014 LARSON, ERIC 20133657 AE JIN GOOD STANDING 12J31/2014 i POLLEY, JASON T 20130274 AEP u I N GOOD STANDING 12/312014 I RAYMOND, ROBERT 201536M8 AP IIN GOOD STANDING1-12-131/2014! WORDEN, PATRICK k133883 AEP IN GOOD STANDING 12/312014 Proposal for City of Columbia Heights Emerald Ash Borer Treatment Prepared by Davey Resource Group B. Minnesota Business License MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE 625 ROBERT STREET NORTH, ST. PAUL, MINNESOTA 55155 -2538 TREE CARE REGISTRY S & S TREE & HORTICULTURAL SPECIALISTS INC ATTN LOUIE SYLVESTER 405 HARDMAN AVE SOUTH SAINT PAUL MN 55075 20106393 $ 25.00 1/1/2014 12/31/2014 Registration No. Registration Fee Effective Date Expiration Date This registration must be posted in a conspicuous place and is not transferable. AG-00853 In accordance with the Americans With Dimbilities Act, an altcmative form of communication is available upon request. CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS c'i040ih 1'— N.P.,0tw-nbia MN 55421 �187R 1701700-76(P TO ➢(W 3r,2 1, f1 Our hl tsi:r nr i. i, ii n r4,,ghit •a - to Im.,rthu:cn+vid[ provieia{ . of [Ge City of Cnhnnhia Heights OrdingncIXv) the e6ove -Homed lice'• c^e is grartted ilw fnllowiag li c„- nsd;): Li-- TSpc TREE SLRVICCS 1.ICFNSF, AOIDnnt TREE REMOVAL & TRNIT ILAC FEE 00.00 T,)wl Fce Paid 60.00 This Certificetc of 1.io n— i. hereby is.ucd —,ditiened that said licems.e :hall emoply with etl the reyuimmgnr set forth in the C iry code cod the I'm of {he Stal, of i Bare r'r. A License i <,:ucd under this Ccrriti - -na,t su:pvr Jcd r .r— ked frr.•iolaGons ffi—f. IJ r T rf n'1,'hi Proposal for City of Columbia Heights Emerald Ash Borer Treatment 10 Prepared by Davey Resource Group Nn.: 2614 -00080 `:atnc afLiccnscc S& S'IRLEAND 110R[CULTURAL SPEC[ Date: OA2S�2014 405 KARDMAN AVE SO, ST PAL1, NfN 5507 Basi - -Typg "TREE SERVICE P—i- Add— City of C.I —bi. Heights C.lumbia 11cight� NCN 554'!. License PeticJ 311. ^r2011 TIMI 12nt1 2014 to Im.,rthu:cn+vid[ provieia{ . of [Ge City of Cnhnnhia Heights OrdingncIXv) the e6ove -Homed lice'• c^e is grartted ilw fnllowiag li c„- nsd;): Li-- TSpc TREE SLRVICCS 1.ICFNSF, AOIDnnt TREE REMOVAL & TRNIT ILAC FEE 00.00 T,)wl Fce Paid 60.00 This Certificetc of 1.io n— i. hereby is.ucd —,ditiened that said licems.e :hall emoply with etl the reyuimmgnr set forth in the C iry code cod the I'm of {he Stal, of i Bare r'r. A License i <,:ucd under this Ccrriti - -na,t su:pvr Jcd r .r— ked frr.•iolaGons ffi—f. IJ r T rf n'1,'hi Proposal for City of Columbia Heights Emerald Ash Borer Treatment 10 Prepared by Davey Resource Group C. Proof of Insurance meeting CITY Requirements The following represents Davey's commercial general, automobile, and worker's compensation liability coverage. Upon award, Davey will submit documentation naming the City as an additional insured as well as compliant with the City's additional wording request. A CERTIFICATE OF LIABILITY INSURANCE °0&28/2013Dmrr) THIS CERTIFICATE IS ISSUED AS A MATTER OF INFORMATION ONLY AND CONFERS NO RIGHTS UPON THE CERTIFICATE HOLDER. THIS CERTIFICATE DOES NOT AFFIRMATIVELY OR NEGATIVELY AMEND, EXTEND OR ALTER THE COVERAGE AFFORDED BY THE POLICIES BELOW. THIS CERTIFICATE OF INSURANCE DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A CONTRACT BETWEEN THE ISSUING INSURER(S), AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE OR PRODUCER, AND THE CERTIFICATE HOLDER. IMPORTANT: If the certificate holder is an ADDITIONAL INSURED, the policy(ies) must be endorsed. If SUBROGATION IS WAIVED, subject to the terms and conditions of the policy, certain policies may require an endorsement. A statement on this certificate does not confer rights to the certificate holder in lieu of such endorsement(s). PRODUCER MARSH USA INC. 200 PUBLIC SQUARE, SUITE 1000 CONTACT NAME AICNNo No CLEVELAND, OH 44114 -1824 Attn: cleveland.certrequest @mersh.com E -MAIL ADDRESS: INSURERS AFFORDING COVERAGE NAIC # 09101/2013 INSURERA:OMRepubliclnsuranceCo 24147 08670- ALL - GAWU -13 -14 120902 RESOU Nutt INSURED DAVEY RESOURCE GROUP, A DIVISION OF THE DAVEY TREE EXPERT COMPANY INSURER B: NIA N/A INSURER C: NIA WA INSURER D: BrickStreet Mutual Insurance Co. 12372 1500 N. MANTUA ST. KENT, OH 44240 INSURER E: GEN'L AGGREGATE LIMIT APPLIES PER: X POLICY JEC LOC PRODUCTS- COMP/OP AGG INSURER F: S r_(IVFKLL(:Fti r'IF1411"r -a I1- NIIMIRI -K• r1 P"ggW7qA -11 0G1115tIr1M N1111e000•4A THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT THE POLICIES OF INSURANCE LISTED BELOW HAVE BEEN ISSUED TO THE INSURED NAMED ABOVE FOR THE POLICY PERIOD INDICATED. NOTWITHSTANDING ANY REQUIREMENT, TERM OR CONDITION OF ANY CONTRACT OR OTHER DOCUMENT WITH RESPECT TO WHICH THIS CERTIFICATE MAY BE ISSUED OR MAY PERTAIN, THE INSURANCE AFFORDED BY THE POLICIES DESCRIBED HEREIN IS SUBJECT TO ALL THE TERMS, EXCLUSIONS AND CONDITIONS OF SUCH POLICIES. LIMITS SHOWN MAY HAVE BEEN REDUCED BY PAID CLAIMS. ILTR TYPEOFINSURANCE INSR SUER POLICY NUMBER MWDMW MOLICYEXP LIMITS A GENERAL LIABILITY 17ERCIAL GENERAL LIABILITY LAIMS -MADE M OCCUR of Marsh USA Inc. MWZY 300093 09101/2013 09/01/2014 EACH OCCURRENCE S 2,000,000 DAMAGES(Eaom m PREMISES Ea ocTED e $ 2000000 MED D(P (Any one person) S 5,000 PERSONAL &ADV INJURY $ 2000,000 GENERAL AGGREGATE $ 2,000,000 GEN'L AGGREGATE LIMIT APPLIES PER: X POLICY JEC LOC PRODUCTS- COMP/OP AGG $ 2,000;000 S A AUTOMOBILE X X LIABILITY ANY AUTO ALL OWNED SCHEDULED AUTOS AUTOS HIRED AUTOS X NON -OWNED AUTOS MWTB 22038 09/01/2013 09/0112014 COMBINED SINGLE LIMIT a ac ident 2000000 BODILY INJURY (Per person) S BODILY INJURY (Per accident) $ PROPERTY DAMAGE Per accident S $ UMBRELLA LIAB EXCESS LIAB OCCUR CLAIMS -MADE EACH OCCURRENCE $ AGGREGATE S DED RETENTION $ $ A A D WORKERS COMPENSATION AND EMPLOYERS LIABILITY ANY PROPRIETOR/PARTNER/EXECUTIVE YIN OFFICERIMEMBER EXCLUDED? (Mandatory In NH) It yes describe under DESCRIPTION OF OPERATIONS below NIA MWC 30009200(ADS) MWXS 300094 (CA, OR INC, PA, WA) WCB1003360(WV) 09/012013 09/0112013 06/0412013 09/0112014 0910112014 06/04/2014 X WC STATU- OTH- FR E.L. EACH ACCIDENT g SEE ATTACHED E.L. DISEASE - EA EMPLOYEE SEE ATTACHED E.L. DISEASE - POLICY LIMIT S SEEATTACHED DESCRIPTION OF OPERATIONS/ LOCATIONS? VEHICLES (Attach ACORD 101, Additional Remarks Schedule, Irmore space is required) <M O:JII O IM.r 1=111:u10 NI3 4V. \afYe1 t41Lr1bla DAVEY RESOURCE GROUP, A DIVISION OF SHOULD ANY OF THE ABOVE DESCRIBED POLICIES BE CANCELLED BEFORE THE DAVEYTREE EXPERT COMPANY THE EXPIRATION DATE THEREOF, NOTICE WILL BE DELIVERED IN 1500 N. MANTUA ST. ACCORDANCE WITH THE POLICY PROVISIONS. KENT, OH 44240 AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE of Marsh USA Inc. Luann M. Glavac Otde.er...,�.� 0*7 .dGs -sus ri ©1988 -2010 ACORD CORPORATION. All rights reserved. ACORD 25 (2010105) The ACORD name and logo are registered marks of ACORD Proposal for City of Columbia Heights Emerald Ash Borer Treatment Prepared by Davey Resource Group D. Proof they are trained to use Tree Age and the manufacturer recommended equipment needed. All Davey applicators will be trained and/or have prior experience in the use of Arborjet injection devices and the application of TREE -age® insecticide. TREE3ge Occupational Health Guide for Davey Employees Reahoicdona fm the Use ofrREFSge Any vitiation oftbe label pma risks m the applia:m, helm, Ivadn and WlimardY m anrpome Davry Tme Lapert Company. his oho huparont m nmc fuMa supponiog sdrndfie iNarmadon on RDPS cony alto dre mw[ of rhh That being said wlra TREEagc b used on taidemLl pmpada me f goaingmsbk4omappy: iddi c suhbe userfmthe cowed afwodghlyeimampeso which havescup detnminm uada or EA g ftfi, dm such az EPA, NLSC as USDA, a <'highly despuctive invazrve spaia' which in i W1a.aL8 or EAB as This rime. TREPAge or aharesdaed cte paddda maY as be used for otter purpnsa. 2) User( s) mu# up- ddarc[hadocumarand .pother nsirtin8 � doer ackvowlmging rha[advauA pausing wn mmplaed print sit uu of RllPs and TREFlgc vs parsioder. Trdningptaenudby Davey Im uee sciadsm copy indode msmad me injnuoa psardurn, Labe! and %ISDS review, and hostel mitigation m -I as Davey's Haaard C,owa., adon S—dad, Davq Y DOT Haramas Materials law and PHC a 3.) Product — b, used at lower Is`.aimm to addeve e?iacy or by bid ,ocificarno v Jnn labtl ram. 4.) Smndad pmaval protectivec,o,00a[(PPE)4 maubed during —x am l— Ift(=<e 2011 PAC Tramsent Booklet ova page): and f s deed safety gl. am regvum a pmva apptimmr es'a u ag uoca All �) Ial ldi -tom and hsswctiom touowed. b.t Applies- m be Niw ed and¢dGm to Woolme, caupre- y) P"d idc use sepom if "I""' by score, mupry or muni ipal reguI —well be subminm to scoter lead a® by the pmfir enter using the RUP. S ) Codling user dunng appl® - shoud be sanitized noough a orro—Ll laundry dery web m Ciarasw if laundry haulm ere wkkavvlable, doming should be -shed s Tasanlyom family wash and wasbed ar lean nvi¢ac hpuhos» svgs. Cutting mated with Em.ga :bouts be dcuo,t y Siam by_e�'6O? ` /.:.... ___ ...__.__. Da'e ✓F� "dam Rcum origiml m IBe Davey ,!/-�'•' e / � ,-Uc, Swa1�� u' CIN 2o0;S4-�27 Res4icthr. for the Use af'IREE3V TREEage Occupational Health Guide for Davey Employees Hesaictions for the Use of TREE®ge Any violation of the label poses risio co the applicamr, rni—,, loader and Wtimaruy m mrp—te Davry. T— Esl- Company.l[is also irapadaoemnom funheauppodngscsimmrif tNbrmation an RUPs may alter the irrmm[ofrhis guide. That being said when TREEage is used on raidetial pmpertics the (.Hawing res¢ictiow apply: 1.) TRPEage my be used f the entrod of ved boring roue[ pses which have been dettrtnin d under federal guidelines such as EPA, MSC m USDA, as'highly destructive invasive species' which includes ALB m EAB at this tlene. TREEige of ochermaricM use pesticides may not be used for other purposes. 2.) User(s) must sip and dam this doament and /or other training certifications adenowldging that advancal =ir mg ww wmpleld prim m u of RtfPs aM TREEage in particular. Training presented by Daycy Institute scicntses may i dude advanced tree allccdon ptocdu , label and MSDS review, and h-ard mitigaum as well as Davey'! Hamm Communication Standard. Davey's DOT Haaard —, Materials Law and PHC concepts. 3.) Produer mast be wed as inwat labeled rate to achieve efficacy or by bid specification within label rams. 4.) Sundard personal ptutsisve equipmrnt(PPE)a required during mlaiog a odlo .dla6(sm1611PHC Trcalmw[ Booklet -- Page); and f shield and safidy glaases are required be protect applicator eyes at all t ®a. S.) All Lobel dlrCSlow and msem lions followed. 6.) Applicator must be saw- fieased and certified in appropriate categories 'J Pesticide ase reports if squired by seam, county or municipal regulation will be subromJ m ham lead agency by We profit center wing the RUP. a.) Clothing wed during application should be vudtiud through a commercial laundry scum such as Coss or if laundry services are nm available, clothing shaald be washed separately from family wash and washed at last twireaz hot/hocsetrurgs. Clothing swked with Em -Ben should be destroyed. $n 3 - Signed b • Dam Return ortgma(10 the Davey Insthute eff � c I� �,�k o - 611,1,2(::,& 7C 3ealth Guide for Davey Employees Any viatation of the label poses dsln m rbe applicator, mien, loader arui uhmuoly m coop-te Davey Tra Expert Company. 1[bahv impo[ommn,te fadusx Tp.-8 s3mLc idommdon vv RUP' may I- d. Imam urn is guide. That b-g said when TREP.ige a aced oa midendal pmpedcs the fied —ing neurirfiow apply: 1.) TREEdgemaY be usN fmlhe cvmol afwmod bnringitnaz pets which love hem detesrnirwl undo federal guidelines such as EPA, MSC or USDA, as'highty deed a invasive sped.- which ioduda ALB or EAB atdustime TREElge or othn raaicrcd usepmuitla may norbe wed for other puryna. 2.) Usa(s)mun sign awl date Isis docvmevtar d/ ardsn sratnmB asnECadom aeknrwlcdging [bat adraaad rrmoingwazmmple prwrmweof RL,Tl MTREFF3gelapvdi .. Tmioogpraatedby Davry leetm, scia MY include advanced cox tojecvon pmwdura, Lbel and MSDS review, and horrid mWood- as well m Davry's Havd Commwicatiws Scandal, Davugs DOT H—dam M-mb Law and PHC cony. 3J Pmdoetro—beusedortowaelabdd ratem aebiere dfii ,, or by bids oliiauez wW= L'd rasa. 4.) Sondasd pcsoml proraeave ryuipmatjPPE7craluim l dudo8 ml+lag art loadmg(aee 20H PHC u=ncut Booklet coves Wee). and faro s!rrld and safety alum arc raryucd m Perna applmrur eye an 5.) AO label dirertiom andimpuci —IbLI w i 6.) Applieamr mus[be time- limsscd and ce[tifiadNappmpriate aregorcr ].) P-VG '.se'VOW ifMVuedby note, roomy —wapal regulation wig be submtned r,MW lead agency by the profit mater using the RUP. S.) Clothing user dmiog apph=6on should be samt'vd thmvgh a ammociA laundry rervtm such w Cintaz yr &laundry saolm vac rmc evadable, clothing fboeldbev- ,dsmseparatdyfromf dywazhandwmhmat leas[ wee a[ haV hmwings. Closhingsoakcd wRh Em&o aboWd be dawycd Signed by Return anginal m due Da e "loom. lI Proposal for City of Columbia Heights Emerald Ash Borer Treatment Prepared by Davey Resource Group E. Proof of one certified arborist on staff Ben Brusie - Project Manager Ben started with Davey in November 2010 as an Urban Forester and Site Manager where he managed and conducted tree inventories and composed urban forestry management plans. Mr. Brusie gained extensive knowledge with GIS- based pen tablet computers, GPS technology, tree identification, and tree risk assessment. Ben served as site manager for the city of Detroit tree inventory and oversaw the implementation of the U.S. Forest Service's iTree Inventory Pest Evaluation and Detection (IPED). As site manager, he was responsible for production, quality assurance /quality control, data management and training inventory arborists to identify exotic insects and diseases. In 2013 Ben transferred to Ohio to work on the ALB OH Ground Survey contract as the Project Arborist. His current responsibilities in that role include production, quality control, data management, and communication with the ODA and USDA. In 2013 he served as the Project Manager on the ALB OH treatment contract and also managed the Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) treatment project for the City of Fort Wayne, Indiana. Education hteruotiouul bocietp of arboritulture Certifieb Rrbori5t fRunitipaf �2)petiafi5t- . U�exe'a�niix �. U�ru�ie �, �aunlp sutrrsslullptvmYlcle4lLe rr9nitniuins rsrwliaLrL Lp llir SetnGmllpn ilvvrL VI ILr'nlrrnnnvnvl EVrirn�v(�r4vnt40vrc -, Ilit a4v4e nnnit4.L IltreLn . rromnuL vs an 3s.i �[IIIII[4 a[LSns( Sflinnnpil3rr;,alisl ONO PEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE 09 325221 c ur► Isvw ICA70 + EMMAMIN Pp SOX 519"3 KEW 0" 44204193 LXXWMM s Western Kentucky University, May 2008, BS Agriculture, Major: Horticulture Certifications /Special Training • ISA Certified Arborist: # KY -0754A • ISA Municipal Specialist: #KY- 0754AM • Ohio Pesticide Applicator License Categories 4A, 6A # 126221 • Indiana Pesticide Applicator License Categories 2, 3A # F250938 Professional Affiliations • International Society of Arboriculture • Kentucky Arborist Association ALB Related Work Experience January 2013 to present: Project Arborist, Davey ALB Ground Survey contract June — July 2013: Project Manager - ALB OH Treatment project August 2013: Project Manager— EAB Treatment project, Ft Wayne Indiana Proposal for City of Columbia Heights Emerald Ash Borer Treatment 13 Prepared by Davey Resource Group Herb Landmann - National Invasives Contract Manager Mr. Landmann has been a consulting horticulturalist/arborist and project manager with The 11111111131=11 International Davey Tree Expert Company since April 2002. He is society currently the National ALB Contract Manager, of Arboriculture" overseeing the Worcester, Queens & Ohio Ground fSA Certified Arborist` Survey projects, Ohio Removals project and Ohio 9; , Climbing inspection project.. He was Project Arborist Herb Landmann for the Islip ALB Tree Survey and the NY ALB host Certificate Number. NY -0857A tree treatment contracts in 2009 and 2010. He was an Expiration Date: Jun 30, 2016 ALB Applicator in 2002. From 2002 — 2008, Mr. Landmann was the Project Arborist for Davey's Tree Preservation contract for the U.S. Capitol Visitor's Center (Architect of the Capitol, Washington DC) and managed numerous tree planting, landscaping and tree preservation projects in the Washington DC/ North Virginia area. Education Bachelors of Science - Business Administration, California State University Hayward - 1981 Associates of Applied Science in Ornamental Horticulture, City University of New York - Bronx Community College — 2001 Certifications /Special Training • ISA Certified Arborist Certification No. NY -0857A • Massachusetts Certified Arborist No. 2372 • Davey Institute of Tree Sciences - 2006 • Certified Commercial Pesticide Applicator - Category 3A; Virginia No. 93048 -C • Certified Commercial Pesticide Applicator - Category 3A; New York No. C0825979 • Certified Commercial Pesticide Applicator - Category36; Massachusetts License No.3 8225 Professional Affiliations • International Society of Arboriculture / New York State & New England Chapters • Professional Grounds Management Society (PGMS) • Brooklyn Botanic Garden. • New York State Urban and Community Forestry Council ALB Related Work Experience 2002, 2009, and 2010 New York Asian Longhorned Beetle Treatment Program Client: United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Position: Applicator (2002) and Contract Arborist/Contract Manager (2009 & 2010) 2009/2010 Islip, Long Island Asian Longhorned Beetle Tree Survey Program Position: Project Arborist/Contract Manager 2010/2011 Worcester, MA Asian Longhorned Beetle Tree Survey Program Position: Project Arborist/Contract Manager Proposal for City of Columbia Heights Emerald Ash Borer Treatment 14 Prepared by Davey Resource Group Brian Said - Government Invasive Species Management Mr. Said has been with The Davey Tree Expert Company since 2001 and has worked with the Davey Resource Group since 2005. Brian works with federal, state and local governments clients to help them meet their goals on large scale invasive species projects. He has served as the National Quality Assurance Manager on all ALB Eradication Program contracts since 2011. In this capacity he has created, implemented and manages a comprehensive Quality Assurance program for both federal and state clients. This involves maintaining quality in both fieldwork and final deliverables (data and maps) while Internaniout 6o&tv of rbor'titare r Cc rborlot L =. meeting client project goals. Brian started working with ALB projects as a Technical Support Supervisor for the New York ALB treatment project for four years (2007- 2010). Mr. Said has been nominated to serve on the Invasive Species Advisory Committee (ISAC). Education • Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy with a minor in Environmental Ethics, University of Akron, Akron, OH — 2013 Certifications /Special Training ISA Certified Arborist Certification No. OH -6079A Professional Affiliations • Invasive Species Advisory Committee (ISAC) nominee • International Society of Arboriculture Related Work Experience 2013 — Present: Government Invasive Species Manager 2011— Present: ALB National Quality Assurance Manager Current Contracts: 2010 -2014 Worcester, MA ALB Tree Survey Program; 2012 -2013 Clermont County, Ohio Climbing Survey Program; 2012 -2013: Clermont and Brown Counties, Ohio ALB Tree Removal Project; Clermont and Brown Counties, Ohio ALB Tree Survey Program (ODA); 2012 -2014 Queens, NY ALB Tree Survey Program. 2010 — 2011: ALB Ground Survey, Worcester, MA Position: Project Manager / Quality Assurance Manager 2007 — 2010 New York Asian Longhorned Beetle Treatment Program Position: Technical Support Supervisor Proposal for City of Columbia Heights Emerald Ash Borer Treatment 15 Prepared by Davey Resource Group F. Proof of Pesticide Applicator Certification OHIO DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE ID# 126221 �j OF,q�P License Expiration 9/30/2014 BOG COMMERCIAL APPLICATOR BENJAMIN BRUSIE o PO BOX 5193 KENT, OH 442403193 Categories 4A,6A,CORE Recertification Cycle 1011/2012 to 9/30/2015 Licensee Signature OHIO DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE ID# 126222 s( OF q�� License Expiration 9/30/2014 �i>'' -�G COMMERCIAL APPLICATOR ' PHILIP CROSBIE o _. „�,- PO BOX 5193 sTq OF ova KENT, OH 44240 -5193 Categories: 4A.6A,CORE Recertification Cycle. 11W1/20122 to 9/3012015 Licensee Sig ture__ !F. Bruce Swanger — Minnesota Pesticide License License Number: 20155220 License Type: COMMERCIAL PESTICIDE APPLICATOR NAME ADDRESS1 ADDRESS2 CITY STATE ZIP COUNTY SWANGER, BRUCE SEE BUSINESS ADDRESS DAVEY TREE EXPERT 1500 NORTH MANTUA KENT OH 44240 OUT OF COMPANY THE ST STATE License Period INITIAL DATE STARTS ENDS 04/09/2014 04/09/201412/31 /2014 Categories CODE CATEGORY RECERT BY A CORE 09/30/2015 E TURF AND ORNAMENTALS 09/30/2015 G FOREST SPRAYING 09/30/2015 PHONE RELATIONSHIP LICENSE HOLDER EMPLOYER OHIO DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE ID# 126220 j OF qC�. License Expiration 9/30/2014 cG COMMERCIAL APPLICATOR BRUCE SWANGER o PO BOX 5193 KENT, OH 44240 -5193 Categories . 4A,6A,CORE Recertification Cycle. 10/1/2012 to 9130/2015 Licensee Signature Proposal for City of Columbia Heights Emerald Ash Borer Treatment 16 Prepared by Davey Resource Group Peter Sorensen — Minnesota Pesticide License License Number: 20155218 License Type: COMMERCIAL PESTICIDE APPLICATOR NAME ADDRESSI ADDRESS2 CITY STATE ZIP COUNTY SORENSEN, PETER SEE BUSINESS ADDRESS DAVEY TREE EXPERT 1500 NORTH MANTUA KENT OH 44240 OUT OF COMPANY THE ST STATE License Period INITIAL DATE STARTS ENDS 04/09/2014 04/09/201412/31 /2014 Categories CODE CATEGORY RECERT BY A CORE 09/30/2015 E TURF AND ORNAMENTALS 09/30/2015 G FOREST SPRAYING 09/30/2015 Ryan McCartney — Minnesota Pesticide License PHONE RELATIONSHIP LICENSE HOLDER EMPLOYER OHIO DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE ID# 126223 S OF qG License Expiration. 913012014 ��FF �R4G COMMERCIAL APPLICATOR PETER SORENSEN o� mi PO BOX 5193 Sjg1£pOF o�� KENT, OH 44240 -5123 Categories 4A,6A,CORE Recg4ification CYC, 10/1/2012 to 9/30/2015 Licensee Signature License Number: 20156193 License Type: COMMERCIAL PESTICIDE APPLICATOR NAME ADDRESSI ADDRESS2 CITY STATE ZIP COUNTY PHONE RELATIONSHIP MCCARTNEY, RYAN J SEE BUSINESS ADDRESS __ LICENSE HOLDER DAVEY TREE EXPERT WAYCROSS SOUTH 431 OHIO CINCINNATI OH 45255 OUT OF EMPLOYER COMPANY THE OFFICE CTR S STE 110 PIKE STATE License Period INITIAL DATE STARTS ENDS 04/29/2014 04/29/2014 12/31/2014 Categories CODE CATEGORY RECERT BY A CORE 12/31/2014 E TURF AND ORNAMENTALS 12/31/2014 F AQUATIC 12/31/2014 Proposal for City of Columbia Heights Emerald Ash Borer Treatment 17 Prepared by Davey Resource Group Todd Gillian — Minnesota Pesticide License License Number: 20156189 License Type: COMMERCIAL PESTICIDE APPLICATOR NAME ADDRESSI ADDRESS2 CITY STATE ZIP COUNTY PHONE RELATIONSHIP GILLIAN, TODD W SEE BUSINESS ADDRESS LICENSE HOLDER DAVEY TREE EXPERT WAYCROSS SOUTH 431 OHIO CINCINNATI OH 45255 OUT OF EMPLOYER COMPANY THE OFFICE CTR S STE 110 PIKE STATE License Period INITIAL DATE STARTS ENDS 04/25/2014 04/25/2014 12/31/2014 Categories CODE CATEGORY RECERT BY A CORE 12/31/2014 E TURF AND ORNAMENTALS 12/31/2014 F AQUATIC 12/31/2014 G FOREST SPRAYING 12/31/2014 Name License # Effective Date Expiration Date Tom Rudberg 20053022 2/28/2014 12/31/2014 Andrew Lozano 20132841 2/28/2014 12/31/2014 David Stamps 20125978 2/28/2014 12/31/2014 Aaron Crye 20122807 2/28/2014 12/31/2014 David Hennes 20031378 2/28/2014 12/31/2014 Brent Knutson 20103830 2/28/2014 12/31/2014 Mary Johnson 20105372 2/28/2014 12/31/2014 Brett Crowe 20103357 2/28/2014 12/31/2014 Jacob Slattery 20145346 2/28/2014 12/31/2014 Kevin Benbo 20108815 2/28/2014 12/31/2014 Glen Olson 20116412 1/6/2014 12/31/2014 Todd Gillian 20156189 4/25/2014 1 12/31/2014 Ryan McCartney 20156193 4/29/2014 1 12/31/2014 Proposal for City of Columbia Heights Emerald Ash Borer Treatment 18 Prepared by Davey Resource Group G. Proof Contractor has been in business for minimum of 5 years Quick Facts about The Davey Company Formal Company Name: The Davey Tree Expert Company Date Founded: 1880 Corporate Headquarters: Kent, Ohio Ownership: Employee -owned since 1979, the largest employee -owned company in the State of Ohio and one of the top 20 largest in the U.S. Number of Employees: 7,000 employees Quick Facts: • Davey provides tree, shrub and lawn care, pest management, pest surveys, large tree moving, grounds management, vegetation management and consulting services throughout North America. • Davey crews provide service to nearly every state in the U.S. and many Canadian provinces. • The Davey family owned the company until 1979 when the employees purchased it. • Davey has been employee -owned for more than 30 years, making it one of the oldest employee -owned companies in the United States. Subsidiaries: Davey Tree Surgery Company, Livermore, California; Davey Tree Expert Co. of Canada, Limited Burlington, Ontario and Vancouver Island, British Columbia; Wolf Tree, Knoxville, Tennessee, The Care of Trees, Chicago, IL, Standing Rock Insurance Company, Burlington, Vermont Tree Care Services: • Tree pruning • Line Clearance Tree Pruning • Tree and shrub fertilization • Insect and disease management (surveys and treatment) • Cabling and bracing • Tree and shrub planting • Lightning protection • Removals and stump grinding • Shrub pruning • Specialty services (e.g., Tree cavity treatment, root collar excavation, etc.) • Hazardous tree assessment Proposal for City of Columbia Heights Emerald Ash Borer Treatment 19 Prepared by Davey Resource Group About John Davey When John Davey was born in Somersetshire, England, on June 6, 1846, it is highly probable that the birth of a child was celebrated because it meant that there would soon be another set of hands to help with the farm work. And indeed, this was the case; John did help with the farm work. He worked at his father's side, absorbing agricultural knowledge and a work ethic from the senior Davey. The iconic message he received from his father, "do it right or not at all," became a guide for the conduct of his business, and his drive to understand plants is most likely rooted in the soil that he worked alongside his father in England. In his teen years, Davey moved from his home to do an apprenticeship in greenhouse management and used the time to learn to read and write. He associated himself with a church congregation, and through it became adept at public speaking. He quickly earned the respect of people who were in a position to help him, and in his early twenties might have chosen a career in the clergy or a similarly respectable profession. Instead, at the age of 27 he immigrated to the United States and followed a course that paralleled that of many other immigrants: menial work, continuing education, a slightly better job, and finally his own business. Along the way, he married and started a family, expanded the geographic and service reach of his business, and became a noted lecturer and pamphleteer. He didn't confine his energies to the tree business only, however. He campaigned for women's suffrage and against alcohol. He wrote tracts on politics, religion, birds, and farm problems. But always central was his crusade to improve the care of trees. The story of John Davey is one of a man who, through a commanding intelligence, great strength of character and a passionate dedication to tree preservation, created a company that is still going strong more than a century after he founded it. Proposal for City of Columbia Heights Emerald Ash Borer Treatment Prepared by Davey Resource Group Davey Historical Time Line 1800s John Davey founds The Davey Tree Expert Company to provide tree care services based on evolving principles of horticultural science. 1900 -1920 Under the direction of its founder, The Davey Tree Expert Company promotes the scientific approach to tree care through research and education. This leads to the issuance of 14 patents to Davey during the period and dissemination through intensive training programs for its employees. 1921 -1940 Davey expands its services to offer line clearance and vegetation management to utility companies and extends its reach to the West Coast. It also develops techniques and equipment to add large tree moving to its service offerings. 1941 -1960 ro serve its growing utility market, Davey adds bucket :rucks to its inventory and supports other services by 3eveloping specialized equipment such as insect - ontrol misters, brush control sprays, brush chippers, end speed saws. Proposal for City of Columbia Heights Emerald Ash Borer Treatment 21 Prepared by Davey Resource Group 1961 -1980 Davey employees purchase the company, making The Davey Tree Expert Company the largest employee - owned entity in the green industry. The purchase is an impetus to rising employee productivity. 1981 -2000 Davey launches its consulting and project management division, the Davey Resource Group, to extend benefits of its research and innovation to outside organizations. Plant health care methods were developed with the goal of reducing the use of pesticides. 2001 - present Through acquisition and expanding sales, Davey grows to include a presence throughout the United States and Canada. The company provides landscape and tree care services to government, residential and commercial customers; multi- faceted contracts with utility companies; and consulting expertise to public and private agencies charged with the care of the environment. Proposal for City of Columbia Heights Emerald Ash Borer Treatment 22 Prepared by Davey Resource Group Corporate Information Davey's Code of Ethics The Davey Tree Expert Company, and its directors, officers and all other personnel, will conduct the Company's business affairs according to high standards of corporate and personal ethics. Our actions will not only comply with applicable laws, but will also reflect the true spirit and intent of these laws. Our trademark will be integrity, and we pledge ourselves to be forthright in all of our relationships with each other, with all customers, suppliers, competitors, governmental agencies, and all other business associates. Every director, officer, and employee of the Company has a specific responsibility to act in accordance with our Code of Ethics and our Company policies, and to communicate these standards to all peers and employees through deed as well as word. The Company's standards of ethical conduct are: • The directors, officers, and employees of the Company will at all times comply with the laws, regulations, and internal practices that govern our business and our actions. It will be our intent to comply with the "spirit," as well as the letter of these standards. • The Company intends to conduct itself as a responsible institution and a constructive member of each of the communities in which it operates. This sense of public responsibility and accountability must be shared by all personnel and, accordingly, all employees will conduct themselves in a manner that will stand up to public scrutiny. • The Company considers itself to be a steward of the environment and intends to conduct its operations in a manner that responsibly identifies and addresses all environmental issues as they relate to our business. This sense of environmental responsibility must be shared by all personnel and, accordingly, all employees must act in a manner which will respect and protect our environment. Work practice and materials used will conform to acceptable industry standards and Company standards, and will comply with applicable Federal, State and Local laws. • Many of the Company's services involve high -risk activities. All individuals must perform their work responsibilities in a manner which will provide the proper degree of safety for themselves, their fellow workers, our customers, and the general public. • All matters related to recruiting, hiring, training, compensation, benefits, promotions, transfers, layoffs, terminations, and all treatment on the job will be free of discriminatory practices. • We will solicit business from our customers and potential customers in a professional and ethical manner. The Company's advertising will accurately represent our services and products. We will respond to the complaints of our customers or business associates in a professional and forthright manner. All customers are to be dealt with as unique individuals and treated respectfully. • Honorable and ethical conduct will be observed in all relationships concerning our competitors. We will not participate in untruthful actions intended to damage our competitors. On ethical as well as legal grounds, employees will refrain from any dealings with competitors for the purpose of setting or controlling prices, rates, trade practices, costs or any other activities prohibited by law. Proposal for City of Columbia Heights Emerald Ash Borer Treatment 23 Prepared by Davey Resource Group • Company stockholders are entitled to assurance that their ownership interests are carefully protected and managed. Information concerning our business affairs will be distributed to stockholders in a complete and responsible fashion. • All business transactions will be accurately recorded and reported; there will be no compromise of the integrity of our financial records or financial statements. • Directors, officers, and employees of the Company will avoid any personal interest or association which is not consistent with, or appears to be inconsistent with, the best interests of the Company. Directors, officers, employees, and members of their families will not engage in outside business interests or business associations which could be considered a conflict of interest. The following are some of the activities which may be considered to be in this category: o Having any financial ownership interest or other personal or professional affiliation in a supplier, competitor, or customer that could have a negative effect on the Company. • Having any financial interest in any transaction between the Company and any third party. • Receiving from, or giving to, any supplier, competitor or customer any gift or entertainment of more than a nominal value. • The complete confidentiality of business information will be respected at all times. Directors, officers, and employees of the Company are specifically prohibited from using any non - public information involving the Company, clients, competitors or others, which they may receive in the course of their involvement with Company affairs. • Directors, officers, and employees of the Company will not compete with the Company or profit personally at the Company's expense. Davey personnel are custodians of the assets of the Company. This relationship of trust will not be compromised. • Political campaign contributions with Company assets will not be permitted, directly or indirectly, even where such use is permitted by State or Local law. Karl Warnke President and Chief Executive Officer Our Code of Ethics for Financial Matters supplements our Davey Code of Ethics and is intended to ensure compliance with legal requirements, specifically the Sarbanes -Oxley Act of 2002 and related rules and regulations. The Davey Tree Expert Company maintains a Code of Ethics that sets forth the fundamental principles and key standards requiring all personnel to conduct Davey's business affairs according to the highest standards of corporate and personal ethics. This Code of Ethics for Financial Matters supplements the Davey Code of Ethics and is intended to ensure compliance with legal requirements, specifically the Sarbanes -Oxley Act of 2002 and related rules and regulations. This Code of Ethics for Financial Matters applies to the Chief Executive Officer, the Chief Financial Officer, the Chief Accounting Officer, or Controller or persons performing similar or related functions, and persons engaged in any financial matters with or for the Company. All such individuals will be held accountable for adhering to this Code, and will: 1. Act with honesty and integrity, avoiding actual or apparent conflicts of interest in personal and professional relationships. Proposal for City of Columbia Heights Emerald Ash Borer Treatment 24 Prepared by Davey Resource Group 2. Provide business - related information that is accurate, complete, objective, relevant, timely, and understandable. 3. Comply with applicable rules and regulations of federal, state, provincial, and local governments, and other appropriate private and public regulatory agencies. 4. Act responsibly and in good faith with due care, competence, and diligence; without misrepresenting material facts or allowing one's independent judgment to be subordinated. 5. Respect the confidentiality of information acquired in the course of one's work except when authorized or otherwise legally obligated to disclose. Confidential information acquired in the course of one's work will not be used for personal advantage. 6. Share knowledge and maintain skills important and relevant to the needs of internal and external business partners. 7. Actively promote ethical behavior as a responsible partner among peers, in the work environment and the community Ensure responsible use of and control over all assets and resources employed or entrusted. 9. Report known or suspected violations of this Code to the Chief Executive Officer or the Chairman of the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors, whichever person is deemed most appropriate by the individual making such report. Corporate Conduct Reporting Policy "Whistleblower" Policy PURPOSE: The Davey Tree Expert Company's Code of Ethics requires that all Company personnel (directors, officers, and employees) observe high standards of business and personal ethics in the conduct of our duties and responsibilities. As representatives of the Company, we must practice sincerity and integrity in fulfilling our responsibilities and we must comply with internal policies and applicable laws and regulations. Accordingly, employees of the Company may discuss any concerns they have regarding compliance with laws and regulations or other violations of Company policy with members of senior management, Corporate Counsel, the Chief Executive Officer, or the Chairman of the Board of Directors, and have no fear of reprisal. POLICY: All Company employees are encouraged to report either orally or in writing to their immediate supervisor, or appropriate manager, all evidence of activity by a Company department or employee that may constitute: • Instances of corporate fraud • Unethical business conduct • A violation of Federal, State, Provincial or Local law • Substantial and specific danger to the employee's or public's health and safety • A violation of the Company's Code of Ethics Proposal for City of Columbia Heights Emerald Ash Borer Treatment 25 Prepared by Davey Resource Group Any Company employee who in good faith reports such incidents will be protected from actual or threatened retaliation, discharge, or other types of discrimination, including compensation and conditions of employment, as a result of the disclosure of such reports. Further, no employee may be adversely affected because the employee refused to carry out a directive that, in fact, constitutes corporate fraud or is a violation of Federal, State, Provincial or Local law. REPORTING VIOLATIONS: The whistleblowing procedure is intended to be used for serious or sensitive issues. Anyone filing a complaint must be acting in good faith and have reasonable grounds for believing the information disclosed indicates a violation of the Code of Ethics. Employment - related concerns should continue to be reported through your normal channels, such as your immediate supervisor or Human Resources in Kent. Concerns can be reported in any of the following ways, and can be done anonymously: Toll Free Telephone: 800.447.1667, Ext. 485 or Internet Web: www.davey.com/corporate. SEC Filings The Davey Tree Expert Company is employee- owned. Our common shares are not listed or traded on an established public trading market and market prices are, therefore, not available. Semiannually, for purposes of our 401KSOP, the fair market value of our common shares, based upon our performance and financial condition, is determined by an independent stock valuation firm. Since 1979, the Company has provided a ready market for all shareholders through its direct purchase of their common shares. Because of the number of our employee shareholders, Davey Tree is a public - reporting company. As such, Davey Tree files periodic reports with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC "). Click here to access our periodic filings with the SEC free of charge. Our Annual Report on Form 10 -K, quarterly reports on Form 10 -Q, current reports on Form 8 -K, and all amendments to those reports can be accessed at the SEC's EDGAR web site at http: / /www. sec. gov /cgi- bin/browse -edgar ?company = &CIK= 00027763 8 &filenum = &State = &SIC =& owner = include &action = getcompany. Proposal for City of Columbia Heights Emerald Ash Borer Treatment Prepared by Davey Resource Group H. Davey's Safe Pesticide Use Policy Safe Pesticide Use Release Response Procedures First Aid for Pesticide Accidents 1. Instruct the person exposed to a pesticide to remain calm. 2. Get the person away from the treated or contaminated area. 3. Remove contaminated and restrictive clothing and have the person wash thoroughly with soap and lukewarm water. Do not use hot water because it opens pores in skin. 4. Call a medical doctor and/or Poison Control Center at once for advice and instructions (Poison Control Center numbers must be written on the inside cover of this booklet, in your wallet, and posted near all Facility telephones). Be prepared to give the active ingredient name (common generic name) of the pesticide to the doctor and/or Poison Control Center. 5. Take the exposed person to the medical doctor and/or a Poison Control Center as quickly as possible. Take The pesticide label and material safety data sheet with you. Major Releases (Level 3 or `Life Threatening' Emergency) A Level 3 or major incident clean up is usually beyond the resources of a single facility or where there are additional problems to complicate the situation such as fire, explosion, or toxic compounds having a threat to life, property or the environment. Assistance will be needed from local, regional, and/or federal organizations such as emergency response teams or Coast Guard personnel. Level 3 incidents may occur if there is a traffic accident involving another vehicle or if the accident occurs on highly traveled motor routes or police or fire department to 150 ft. radius calls for evacuation. Intermediate Releases (Level 2 or `Non - health Threatening' Releases) 1. Level 2 releases require response by on -site employees or off -site trained staff but pose no danger to the public or environment. An accident involving a spray truck may result in a pesticide spill where the applicator is considered the "first responder" and responsible person during the clean -up of that spill until a higher authority (District Manager or local Emergency Response Team) comes on site. The first responder must be trained to handle spills as found in the Hazard Communication Standard and DOT HazMat Training. This means you are the person to start mitigating the spill as soon as possible: 1. Keep people and animals away. 2. Give first aid. 3. Confine the spill. 2. Quickly assess the situation, and then call an ambulance, police, and fire department -- whatever is needed as indicated by the severity of the accident. Stop the leak — shut off the source of the spilled material. Do whatever is possible to keep the spill from spreading. 3. Wear proper personal protective equipment during spill cleanup. Contain the spill to keep the accident from getting worse. Keep the spilled material away from public water supplies, streams, water sources, and sewer systems. Use the truck shovel to collect soil to contain the spill. Do not wash down the spill unless advised to do so by a person who understands the properties of the chemical. Most often, the problem is just made worse - a much larger area must be decontaminated. 4. IMMEDIATELY contact your district manager — report Level 3 and Level 2 releases by telephone to your state pesticide regulatory agency. You may also need to notify other agencies (below). You should have the telephone numbers for your state's pesticide regulatory agency, highway patrol, sheriff or police, and other regulatory agencies near facility telephones, in your wallet and on the inside cover of this booklet before an accident occurs. If the spill is on a state highway, call: • Highway patrol, or state or county highway department If the spill is on a county road or a municipal street, call: • County sheriff or local police Proposal for City of Columbia Heights Emerald Ash Borer Treatment 27 Prepared by Davey Resource Group If food is contaminated, notify: • State or federal food and drug authorities, or • City, county, or state health officials If water is contaminated, notify: • State health officials • Regional, state, or federal water quality or water pollution authorities, and state fish and game agency 5. You should also have the telephone numbers for several local environmental clean -up teams handy in case of Level 3 major incidents. These should be located in your Release Response Written Plan. 6. Notify the Davey Institute in Kent at 1- 800 -447 -1667 to report the spill and for assistance in disposing the spilled materials. If calling before or after Corporate Center business hours (Eastern Standard Time) contact one of the following: Davey Emergency Response Number 1- 800 - 339 - 4880 * ** Kathryn Zahirsky (330) 699 -5505 Joe Tommasi (330) 678 -3873 * ** Code in your digital message of area code, telephone number, and extension for a return call. 7. Level 2 and Level 3 spills must be documented with a written spill report. 8. Insurance claims are handled by the corporate Safety Department. Minor Releases (Level 1 or `Incidental' Releases) Level 1 releases are classified as minor or incidental spills requiring an on -site employee to respond and take necessary collective actions to clean-up the spill. Level 1 releases are not considered an "emergency." Clean up should take less than 1 hour. 1. Keep people and animals away from spilled chemicals. 2. Confine the spill with absorbent pillows, sand, cat litter, or soil. Decontaminate the affected area as best as can be done without spreading the spill. 3. If concentrated pesticide is spilled on someone, have him or her remove contaminated clothing and wash immediately. Each staff member should have a complete change of clothing available at the office. 4. Shovel contaminated absorbent into a heavy -duty plastic (leaf or garbage) bag. Label the bag as to its contents (ex: "approximately one pint Trimec 992 in cat litter "). Dry, dispersible granular, granular, or wettable powder product spill: IMMEDIATELY sweep the material up and put it in the waste container provided. If the material has not been contaminated, it is still usable. 5. Minor releases should be documented with a written spill report. Notify the Davey Institute at 1- 800 -447- 1667 to report the spill; call Kathryn Zahirsky or Joe Tommasi at the telephone numbers previously referenced in the 'Major or Intermediate Release' section if after business hours. Fire in a Pesticide Storage Area 1. Notify your fire department. The fire department's telephone number must be written on the inside cover of this booklet, in your wallet, and posted on or near facility telephones. 2. Evacuate the building if there is danger of exposure to smoke, fumes, or flames. Know your evacuation routes and where you can assemble outside the building. Keep a safe distance away from a burning building. Routes of evacuation b for your facility should be posted. 3. All persons should avoid breathing in or otherwise contacting smoke or fumes. 4. Notify the Davey Institute in Kent at 1- 800 -447 -1667. If after hours, contact the district and operations managers, and notify Zahirsky or Tommasi at numbers previously given in the 'Major or Intermediate Release' section. 5. Annually, your fire department should be provided with a map giving the location(s) of the pesticide storage area(s) at your facility. Likewise, each year labels and material safety data sheets for all chemicals stored should be given to the fire department. This currently is the law in some states. Proposal for City of Columbia Heights Emerald Ash Borer Treatment 28 Prepared by Davey Resource Group Davey Pesticide Policies Ask your district/account manager for a current copy of Davey's risk reduction policies. Strict adherence to using clean and maintained PPE, purchasing and using lower risk pesticide products and using Davey Engineering Controls at each facility is required. 1. Pesticides used by Davey personnel must be approved for use under Plant Health Care (PHC) guidelines developed by the Davey Institute. All PHC materials are ordered only on basis of actual need. Appropriate Davey guidelines must be met in the selection of materials. 2. A non -PHC pesticide may be purchased, in limited quantities, for specific job situations. However, authorization must be obtained from your operations manager and assigned technical advisor. Local purchases of approved pesticide formulations are authorized by contacting the Purchasing Department. 3. All pesticides and fertilizers must be stored according to label recommendations and material safety data sheets (See "Pesticide Storage and Disposal" section). 4. The contents of opened containers must be completely used before others of the same material are opened. 5. All pesticide containers are to be kept properly labeled with legible labels, including hand sprayers, backpack tanks, etc. 6. Unusable pesticides must be disposed of through an EPA or state licensed disposal facility. Violation of federal and state pesticide disposal laws are enforceable by fines and jail sentences. Contact the Davey Institute for assistance whenever you have a question about the use or disposal of pesticides. 7. Pesticides must always be transported in an appropriate manner. Never transport pesticide materials within a service vehicle cab. 8. Liquid or granular pesticides must be secured or contained with sideboards. It is not permitted to secure granular bags with loose `bungee' -type cords. 9. Side boxes or deck boxes used to hold containers are to be locked. Tank lids must be locked at all times except during fill -up. Basic Pesticide Safety Proper storage, handling, mixing, measuring, and transporting of materials can save needless waste and accidents. Always be alert and precise when dealing with concentrated materials. Many pesticide concentrates are considered hazardous materials. The purpose of safe pesticide handling is to reduce the risk of exposure to our employees, our clients, and our environment. You should be fully aware of the concentrate label information prior to handling. Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) provide additional precautions. 1. Always read the label with care. Before opening the container, pay strict attention to label warnings and cautions. Follow label directions for mixing and application. 2. Keep children, animals, and unauthorized people away from granulars, concentrated pesticides, and tank mixes. Store pesticides under lock and key (See "Pesticide Storage and Disposal" section). All storage boxes and tank hatches must be lockable on vehicles. 3. Store only in the original container and keep tightly closed. 4. There are three ways that toxic materials can enter your body: 1) Through your skin (dermal poisoning); 2) By swallowing (oral poisoning); 3) By breathing (poisoning by inhalation). NEVER smoke, eat, or drink while mixing or applying pesticides. Even when using personal protective equipment, wash hands thoroughly before smoking, eating, or drinking. 5. Avoid inhalation or direct contact. Always use clean personal protective equipment (PPE) prescribed whenever you handle the concentrated materials in the warehouse area. Always use Davey Engineering Controls to reduce inhalation exposure. This clothing and equipment is necessary to protect the most sensitive areas of your body from contamination. Use Davey- issued chemical- resistant (impervious) gloves, impervious apron, impervious boots, and goggles. Change gloves on a weekly basis or prior to glove impairment or unfitness. Safety equipment must be available and worn along with protective clothing (long sleeves, trousers, head covering) to reduce exposure to chemicals during mixing and loading. Appropriate Engineering Controls must also be used throughout the mixing and loading operation. 6. After each workday, bathe and change to clean clothing. Wash clothing (separate from other clothing) after each day's use, using hot water and a strong detergent. Always use clean clothing when starting a new Proposal for City of Columbia Heights Emerald Ash Borer Treatment 29 Prepared by Davey Resource Group workday. An applicator must have extra clothing available (primarily in the service vehicle and/or secondarily at the facility) for emergency purposes. 7. Avoid spills. If spills occur, take immediate action to remove contaminated clothing and wash thoroughly. Follow Davey release response procedures and state recommendations. 8. Avoid applications under windy conditions that could create drift to nontarget areas (chemical trespass). Follow state recommendations. Environmental Concerns Awareness of your surroundings, proper application techniques, and correctly calibrated equipment are major concerns in the reduction of environmental trespass or contamination. Responsible applicators attempt to make applications in a manner that best avoids exposure to non - target species or surface and groundwaters. Always follow and understand label directions, especially as they pertain to wetlands, domestic animals, and wildlife. Timing of applications, limiting the area treated, drift control measures, rates, and formulation are important factors limiting unintended effects. Conservation of our environment is Davey's chief goal. Call the Davey Institute if you have any major environmental concerns. 1. Pesticide applicators make responsible applications of pesticides that protect human and environmental health. Chemical trespass, off -site drift of pesticides, or inappropriate disposal of materials is prohibited and can be punishable under state law. 2. Do not apply pesticides to landscapes, lawns, trees, or shrubs when conditions may cause chemical trespass. Special attention should be given to wildlife habitats; fish, bird nesting and foraging areas, surface waters, and vulnerable groundwater recharge areas. Granules left over from applications that fall on hardscapes such as sidewalks and driveways must be swept up or blown back into the lawn. 3. For Lawn Care applications leave a five -foot (5 ft.) untreated buffer zone between a ground - treated area and wetlands, lakes, ponds, sewer retention basins, swimming pools, or fishponds. Review your state regulations; some states (or contracts) may require 25 ft or more untreated buffer zone. Use a clean tarp to cover client water resources such as fish ponds and water gardens prior to application. A clean tarp should be part of your service vehicle equipment if water resources are part of your route. Let tarp dry before removal; then clean before the next use. 4. Leave a three -foot (3 ft.) untreated buffer zone between a ground - treated area and wellheads and well casings to avoid the risk of contaminating drinking water sources. 5. For Tree Care applications avoid contamination of fishponds and water supplies from drift or dripping over - spray. Consider leaving the maximum height (or more) of treated trees as the buffer zone between lakes, ponds, and fishponds when making foliage applications. Avoid foliar applications to canopies directly over large fishponds. Follow tarping instructions in #3 above. 6. Cover feed and water containers when treating around livestock or pet areas. Remove bird feeders liable to drift/drip contamination; cover birdseed spillover below feeders; cover or overturn birdbaths. 7. Avoid contamination of herb or vegetable gardens, grapes, and berry bushes, agricultural crops from drift or dripping over - spray. Many PHC pesticides are not labeled for food consumption. In alleged drift cases, the `burden of proof' is on the claimant. However, if questions arise as to the consumption of alleged "chemically trespassed" food use plants, a 3- to 4 -week delayed harvest interval must be imposed OR contaminated plantings must be destroyed. A clean tarp should be used to protect non - target plantings during pesticide applications. Mark the tarp top with masking or grey tape for easy sighting. 8. Many PHC pesticides are not labeled for non - residential lawn areas such as fencerows, pastures, drainage ditches, or wetland areas. Review labels prior to use for these areas or call your technical advisor. Livestock grazing restrictions may apply. 9. Under the federal Clean Water Act, your state may require written permission to apply pesticides on or near state surface waters, including dikes, stream banks, shorelines, rocky rip -rap areas, delineated or undelineated wetlands, riparian sites, wet meadows, beaches, or boat docks. Always check state regulations prior to application. 10. Be familiar with state environmental regulations concerning the federal Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MBTA). The MBTA prohibits any activity that may cause nest abandonment or loss of reproductive activities, including the cutting of trees during nesting season. Proposal for City of Columbia Heights Emerald Ash Borer Treatment 30 Prepared by Davey Resource Group 11. Current guidelines from the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service indicate trees that might support breeding colonies of the endangered species, Indiana bat, can be safely removed before April 15th or after September 15th. Disturbance to these trees within the restricted period (April 15- September 15) requires further coordination with state and federal agencies. Maternity roosts are exclusively trees with a diameter at breast height (DBH) of 23 centimeters or more and may have exfoliating bark or open cavities larger than a fist. 12. Use caution during all pesticide applications. Follow approved Best Management Practices (BMP). This is especially important if research shows a pesticide has increased potential for drift, runoff or leaching. This potential for mobility is normally listed on the label. Fill -up Procedures 1. Always read and follow the label instructions. 2. Make only enough tank mix as can be applied during one workday. Unused tank mix should be recycled. Add the same or compatible pesticide to the leftover mixture and apply according to the label. 3. USE EXTREME CAUTION WHEN HANDLING CONCENTRATED LIQUID MATERIALS. These materials are in their most concentrated and hazardous form. You MUST wear the required protective clothing for your own personal protection and to prevent poisoning during all use activities. You MUST use Davey Engineering Controls, as outlined in Davey's Risk Reduction Policy, during mixing and loading activities. 1. Check the label and treatment booklet page to be sure how much material is required before you start to handle any concentrate. Measure concentrates in a closable container. DO NOT USE AN OPEN PAIL. NEVER LET THE LIQUID PESTICIDE CONCENTRATE DRIP ON THE FLOOR. Screw the container cap on tightly or secure the drum spigot as soon as you are done. Never mix different pesticides in the same container. You should also label the closable container with the name of the pesticide you are using. 4. USE CAUTION WHEN HANDLING WETTABLE POWDERS AND DISPERSIBLE GRANULE CONCENTRATE MATERIALS. These materials are still in a concentrated form, although normally a less hazardous form than liquid concentrates. Impervious gloves should be worn when handling wettable powders and dispersible granules and water - soluble packets. If you are loading the truck outside, stand upwind so that dust will blow away from you. 5. Never dump tank mix down drains or sewers; into ditches or streams; near lakes, ponds or crops. Contamination of water or crops is a very serious regulatory offense. All pesticide labels clearly state: "Do not contaminate water by cleaning of equipment or disposal of waste." 6. Rinse water containing pesticides must be treated as unused tank mix and be recycled. That is, add the rinse water to the tank mix for your next application. 7. Every vehicle must have enough fresh (drinkable) water on board to remove pesticides from the eyes and body in case of accidental exposure. Store clean water away from pesticides. NOTE: When transporting hazardous materials and hazardous substances, they must be recorded on either Davey Pesticide Straight Bill of Lading forms OR on the laminated Spill Response Identification Sheet with MOT Exemptions. The Straight Bill of Lading or laminated form stay with the assigned service vehicle and must be kept in truck cab in case of an accident. You may be required to identify certain materials during transit with diamond - shaped ID signs. You must be able to identify the materials of trade (MOTs) that you carry. Fill -up and Mixing Sequence 1. Fill one -third (1/3) to one -half (1/2) of tank capacity with water. Leave an air gap between the end of the water hose and the top of the tank equal to two and one -half times the diameter of the fill -up hose. 2. Do not put water - soluble packets, granules, powders, or liquid concentrates into the tank until just prior to the period you intend to transport/deliver the solutions. 3. Add monoammonium phosphate (MAP) now. Use approximately 1- cup /100 gallons for sensitive pesticides; 2 cups/ 100 gallons if using a strongly alkaline product/water mixture, such as M -Pede. 4. Engage spray engine power to agitate water. 5. Slowly add: 1) wettable powders (WP); 2) flowables (F); 3) soluble powders (SP); 4) dispersible granules (DG). If problems develop with clogging or dispersion, premix these compounds in a bucket and then add to the tank as a slurry. Add: 5) emulsifiable concentrates (EC) and M -Pede last. Add defoamer, if needed, as mix is agitated. Proposal for City of Columbia Heights Emerald Ash Borer Treatment 31 Prepared by Davey Resource Group 6. Add remaining water. Recirculate the mixture by directing the spray gun into the tank. Check the spray gun, hose, and pump for any leaks. Close hatch and secure hatch with lock; allow mixture to continue agitating until you are ready to depart. Water- Soluble Packages (WSP) Most water - soluble packages are types of PVA film. These pouches dissolve completely in water 34 °F or warmer. Higher water temperatures will speed dissolution. Often a non -water soluble inert ingredient is added to the WSP pesticide formulation that can cause cloudiness or slight thickening of the mixture in the tank. Good agitation a will keep it in suspension without precipitation. Water - soluble packages must go completely into solution before adding any fertilizers into the spray tank. Boron and free chlorine in a solution can prevent certain PVA film packets from dissolving or cause a reaction forming a plastic. Spray tank pH and water hardness level should not affect dissolution of the water soluble bag. PVA packets are water - soluble not oil soluble, therefore do not dissolve PVA packets in Horticultural Oil concentrate. Dissolve them in water prior to adding oil or after the oil has been mixed with water. Use of chlorinated water is acceptable. Measures for Small Spray Tanks • Tools needed include a clear measuring cup (marked in ounces, milliliters, etc.), a set of measuring spoons, and marked eyedroppers. Measurements must be exact as possible. • Arbor Green, dispersible granule (DG, WDG), wettable powder (W,WP), or flowable (F) mixtures and most water- soluble packets (WSP) require continuous agitation to prevent nozzle clogging and to ensure uniform application of material. • Avoid exposure during the measurement of small quantities of wettable powders, flowables, and water soluble packets. Avoid opening water - soluble packets as much as possible. Pesticide Storage and Disposal Storage 1. Storage of Davey -owned pesticides on residential properties is prohibited. 2. Davey pesticide -using establishments are required to maintain appropriate cleanliness in order to function in a manner conducive to proper storage, handling, mixing, transportation, and disposal of pesticides. 3. All pesticide concentrates are to be stored within an identified limited access area. If possible, pesticides should be housed in a separate building and stored within a diked area. The storage area should have only one entrance door that is to remain locked unless pesticides are accessed. 4. Bulk containers of chemicals, such as Trimec and Formolene, are to have double containment (i.e., diked, double -wall container or container within a container). 5. Provide for removal of any fumes via an exhaust fan vented to the outside of the building. 6. The storage area should have adequate lighting sufficient to read labels and material safety data sheets (MSDS). 7. Opened pesticide containers should not be stored on wooden pallets. Cover wooden pallets with washable plastic. 8. Separate storage rooms for pesticides and herbicides are recommended. As an alternative, herbicides must be physically separated from other pesticides. 9. Containers used to dispense herbicides during fill -up must be closed and labeled correctly. During application containers must be clearly labeled. Open buckets and pails are prohibited during mixing and fill -up. 10. All pesticides are to be stored separately from fertilizers. Combined fertilizer /pesticide products are considered and stored as pesticides. Follow state regulations for storage of granular products. 11. Spill control materials and equipment are to be present and readily available for use. • Absorbent, e.g., sand, activated charcoal, cat litter, vermiculite, 'oil- dry "; lime (good for neutralizing organophosphates and carbamates); or universal absorbent such as Hazorb pillows (20). • Shovel and push broom to pick up absorbed spill. Proposal for City of Columbia Heights Emerald Ash Borer Treatment 32 Prepared by Davey Resource Group • Heavy -duty plastic bags (leaf or garbage), plastic trash can or similar expendable leak -proof refuse container to contain and store absorbed spill until disposed of properly. Triple -Rinse Triple -rinse empty containers before disposing of them. Add the rinse to the tank and dispose or recycle containers according to state or local regulations. Do not accumulate containers. Avoid hazard to humans, animals, and the environment by following these procedures: 1. Empty the container into the tank and let it drain 30 seconds. 2. Fill it about one - fourth (1/4) full of water, cap and shake. 3. Empty the container into the tank and drain 30 seconds. 4. Repeat the process twice more. 5. before disposal, break or puncture c B container. Remove Davey labels. 6. Then, and only then, can the empty container be put in the trash receptacle or recycled by an authorized recycler. NOTE: Empty M -Pede and adjuvant containers are pesticide containers. As such, the law (FIFRA) states that they are to be disposed of in the same manner as all other pesticide containers or recycled by an authorized recycler. Empty containers should not be used for trash collection. Appropriate trash containers are made of metal and are closable with metal lids. Disposal of Spilled Pesticides If a spilled pesticide can be recycled -- use it! That is, add it to your tank mix and apply it according to label directions. If spilled/absorbed pesticide is not recyclable, contact the Davey Institute for assistance. In some cases (after neutralization, dilution, or fixation) these materials can be sent to an EPA - approved landfill with proper documentation. NEVER, EVER allow unusable pesticide to enter sewers, creeks, ditches, or anything, which would lead to contamination of the public water supply. Disposal of Pesticides Unapproved, old, or unusable pesticides may be disposed of through the Davey Institute with written authorization (call Ext. 357). Only authorized materials may be shipped to the Kent Warehouse. Unauthorized containers will not be accepted and will be returned. Disposal expenses will be pro -rated to amount and description of material. Empty Pesticide Containers Federal EPA regulation [40 CFR 261.7, (B) (3) (i)] permits the disposal of empty, triple- rinsed pesticide containers as ordinary refuse. New federal regulations recommended for 2008 -09 by EPA may make recycling of plastic containers mandatory according to state programs and label directions. When using granular pesticides, shake empty bags vigorously over plastic to collect residues. Empty bags must be disposed of at each facility. Weekly disposal of collected solids from wash recycle systems is recommended. Rinse waters must be recycled in a timely manner. Truck safety equipment recommended by the Department of Transportation (DOT): • (Required) First Aid kit • Mud flaps • (Required) Fire Extinguisher • Registration holder • (Required) Reflective triangles; must be accessible • Two rearview spot mirrors • Locks for tanks & side boxes • Windshield washer & wash systems • (Required by Davey) Emergency response information for the material you are transporting. Davey technicians my use Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) provided for each truck with PHC material labels. Excerpt from The Davey Tree Plant Health Care BookletO, 2009 Proposal for City of Columbia Heights Emerald Ash Borer Treatment 33 Prepared by Davey Resource Group L TREE -age Treatment Guidelines for EAB Suggested Treatment Guidelines for Emerald Ash Borer ** " inese are suggested starting rates and not intended to replace the decision of the applicator. The applicator should review the label to determine actual rates. Also, Treeage may be diluted with water. Consult label for dilution rates. Recommended Tool Proposal for City of Columbia Heights Emerald Ash Borer Treatment 34 Prepared by Davey Resource Group TREE IV 1 Air Hydraulic /QUIK -jet Set to Three (3) Milliliters Tree Diameter DBH in Total Milliliters per Tree Injection Sites per Tree Diameter (DBH) in Inches Milliliters of TREE- age per Injection Site Total Milliliters perTree Injection Sites per Tree 4 15 4 4 6 18 3 5 15 4 S 6 18 3 6 20 4 6 6 18 3 7 20 4 7 6 24 4 8 25 4 8 6 24 4 9 30 4 9 6 30 S 10 30 4 10 6 30 S it 40 4 11 6 36 6 12 40 4 12 6 36 6 13 4S 4 13 6 42 7 14 so 4 14 6 48 8 15 60 8 15 9 63 7 16 6S 8 16 9 72 8 17 7S 8 17 9 72 8 18 80 8 18 9 81 9 19 90 8 19 9 81 9 20 110 8 20 12 108 9 21 120 8 21 12 120 10 22 13S 8 22 12 132 11 23 150 8 23 12 144 12 24 155 8 24 12 144 12 2S 160 8 2S 12 156 1 13 26 170 8 26 12 168 14 27 180 12 27 12 180 15 28 19S 12 28 15 195 13 29 210 12 29 15 210 14 30 22S 12 30 15 225 15 31 240 12 31 15 240 16 32 2SS 12 32 15 255 17 33 270 12 33 18 270 15 34 290 12 34 18 288 16 3S 310 12 35 18 306 17 36 32S 12 36 18 324 18 37 34S 12 37 18 342 19 38 360 12 38 18 360 20 39 380 12 39 21 378 18 40 400 1 12 40 21 399 19 >40 Inches 1 10 MI's per DOH 1 12 Up to 60 >40 Inches 10 MI's per DBH Inch 20 " inese are suggested starting rates and not intended to replace the decision of the applicator. The applicator should review the label to determine actual rates. Also, Treeage may be diluted with water. Consult label for dilution rates. Recommended Tool Proposal for City of Columbia Heights Emerald Ash Borer Treatment 34 Prepared by Davey Resource Group J. Affidavit of Non - Collusion STATE OF OHIO COUNTY OF PORTAGE AFFIDAVIT OF NON - COLLUSION: That I am the BIDDER (if the bidder is an individual), a partner in the BIDDER (if the bidder is a partnership) of an officer or employee of the BIDDER corporation having authority to sign on its behalf (if the BIDDER is a corporation; (2) That the attached bid or bids have been arrived at by the BIDDER individually and have been submitted without collusion with, and without any agreement, understanding or planned common course of action with any vendor of materials, supplies, equipment or services described in the invitation to bid designed to limit individual bidding or competition; (3) That the contents of the bid or bids have not been communicated by the BIDDER, or its employees or agents, to any person not any employee or agent of the BIDDER, or its surety, on any bond furnished with the bid or bids, and will not be communicated to any person, prior to any official opening of the bids, or bids; and; (4) That I have fully informed myself regarding the accuracy of the statements made in this affidavit. Ward Peterson, Manager, Urban Forestry Services Davey Resource Group, A Division of The Davey Tree Expert Company FIRM MAKING BIDS /I 0,1,RIA-I 8F ALEXANDRA KLUCLAROV NOTARY PUBLIC Subscribed and sworn to before me- STATE OF OHIO Comm. Expires this 1st day of May , 2014. ? ;:- _ May 13 2018 Recorded In Portage County f `► ,110, OFFICIAL TITLE Proposal for City of Columbia Heights Emerald Ash Borer Treatment 35 Prepared by Davey Resource Group