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Publication Number: FHWA-RT-90-003

Vegetation Control for Safety

INTRODUCTION

The purpose of this handbook is to help maintenance workers be aware of safe ways to

mow
cut brush
control other vegetation

to increase traffic safety. During the growing season, grass, weeds, and brush often limit a driver's view of approaching vehicles. Likewise, lush vegetation can act as a screen that hides pedestrians and bikers from drivers and vice versa. Be alert for places where vegetation needs to be cut back.

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FHWA-RT-90-003