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the following policies are being established. The specifications are presented as working guidelines, recognizing that trees are individually unique in form and structure, and that their pruning needs may not always fit strict rules. The person pruning a tree must take responsibility for any special pruning practices that may vary from these specifications. All specifications to be waived during redevelopment period for trees on the existing Tony Lema Course. Operator shall be allowed to perform any tree work required on the construction site without certifications, etc. 2. OVERVIEW OF SPECIFICATIONS Any tree work performed on a golf facility tree must be done according to these specifications. There are different criteria for pruning depending on the purpose for the pruning. • Complete Prune specifications are used when circumstances deem the entire tree needs to be fully pruned. • Safety Prune Specifications require less pruning and are used when specific, possibly hazardous (dead / dying) limbs need removal to eliminate all safety concerns. Safety pruning may be recommended in some circumstances instead of a complete prune. Safety pruning specifications are used for "as needed" pruning as outlined above and address only safety concerns. Safety pruning includes only the basic requirements and does not include the fine pruning detail work outlined in a complete prune. 3. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - The following requirements are for use during any permitted pruning of City trees: 3.1 Proper disposal of all tree debris generated. 3.2 Assuring adequate safety of employees and the public. 4. CERTIFIED ARBORIST Any contracted tree company shall employ a full-time, permanent certified arborist, as accredited by the International Society of Arboriculture. This person is responsible for ensuring that the contractor's crews are performing work according to these specifications. In the event the operator is engaged in pruning, then 39