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I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I 102-6.6 Operation of Existing Movable Bridges: The Department will maintain and operate existing moveable bridges that are to be removed by the Contractor until such time as they are closed to traffic. During this period, make immediate repairs of any damage to such structures caused by use or operations related to the work at no expense to the Department, but do not provide routine repairs or maintenance. In the event that use or operations result in damage to a bridge requiring repairs, give such repairs top priority to any equipment, material, or labor available. 102-7 Traffic Control Officer. Provide uniformed law enforcement officers, including marked law enforcement vehicles, to assist in controlling and directing traffic in the work zone when the following types of work is necessary on projects: 1. Traffic control in a signalized intersection when signals are not in use. 2. When Standard Index No. 619 is used on Interstate at nighttime and required by the plans. 3. When pacing/rolling blockade specification is used. 102-8 Driveway Maintenance. 102-8.1 General: Ensure that each residence and or business has safe, stable, and reasonable access. 102-8.2 Construction Methods: Place, level, manipulate, compact, and maintain the material, to the extent appropriate for the intended use. As permanent driveway construction is accomplished at a particular location, the Contractor may salvage and reuse previously placed materials that are suitable for reuse on other driveways. 102-9 Temporary Traffic Control Devices. 102-9.1 Installation and Maintenance: Install and maintain adequate traffic control devices, warning devices and barriers to protect the traveling public and workers, and to safeguard the work area. Erect the required traffic control devices, warning devices and barriers to prevent any hazardous conditions and in conjunction with any necessary traffic re-routing. Use only those devices that are included on the Qualified Products List (QPL). Specific requirements for Maintenance of Traffic devices, additional to the requirements of this Section, are contained in the 600 series of the Design Standards. Immediately remove, turn or cover any devices or barriers that do not apply to existing conditions. All QPL approved safety devices must meet the requirements of National Cooperative Highway Research Program Report 350 (NCHRP 350) and current FHWA directives. Manufacturers seeking evaluation must furnish certified test reports showing that their product meets all test requirements set forth by NCHRP 350. Notify the Engineer of any scheduled operation, which will affect traffic patterns or safety, sufficiently in advance of commencing such operation to permit his review of the plan for the proposed installation of traffic control devices, warning devices or barriers. Ensure an employee is assigned the responsibility of maintaining the position and condition of all traffic control devices, warning devices and barriers throughout the duration of the Contract. Keep the Engineer advised at all times of the identification and means of contacting this employee on a 24-hour basis. March 2007 01000-6 03-4122.0