Common use of Wildfire Suppression Activity Damage Repair Clause in Contracts

Wildfire Suppression Activity Damage Repair. Repair of suppression activity damage (e.g., spreading of dozer berms, installation of water bars, minor road repairs, etc.) will normally be done by the agency with direct protection responsibility for the fire as an integral part of overhaul/mop-up. Protecting and Jurisdictional Agencies may develop written suppression repair plans. Suppression repair work should occur with oversight from Resource Advisors and Suppression Repair Specialists. Specialized equipment may be needed to complete necessary erosion control work, especially in highly erodible soils. Protecting agency will order proper equipment needed to repair damage such as excavators or masticators. In extraordinary circumstances, such as excessively wide dozer lines, excessive slopes, or significant damage in highly sensitive areas, additional efforts may be needed,