(A) EXCAVATION shall mean all of the below ground-surface work (including cutting of pavement; control of groundwater, storm water and extraneous water; removal, handling, stockpiling and/or proper disposal of removed material and water) necessary to prepare a firm, dry bed for the sewer line and structures.
(B) The contractor shall be solely and completely responsible for conditions of the job site, including safety of all persons and property during performance of the work. This requirement shall apply continuously, and not be limited to normal working hours. Safety provisions shall conform to U.S. Department of Labor (OSHA), the California Occupational Safety and Health Act (CalOSHA) and all other applicable federal, state, county and local laws, ordinances, codes, including, but not limited to, the requirements set forth below, and any regulations that may be detailed in other parts of these standard specifications. In the event of conflicting requirements, the most stringent requirement pertinent to the contractor’s safety responsibility shall be followed by the contractor.
(C) The excavation shall be made to enable the sewer to be laid to the grade and alignment designed on the plans.
(Ord. 2019-02, passed 4-25-2019)