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4. Properly manage irrigation and runoff. • Irrigate slowly or pulse irrigate so the infiltration rate of the soil is not exceeded. • Inspect irrigation system regularly for leaks and to ensure that excessive runoff is not occurring. • If re-claimed water is used for irrigation, ensure that there is no runoff from the landscaped area(s). • If bailing of muddy water is required (e.g. when repairing a water line leak), do not put it in the storm drain, pour over landscaped areas. • Use automatic timers to minimize runoff. • Use popup sprinkler heads in areas with a lot of activity or where pipes may be broken. Consider the use of mechanisms that reduce water flow to broken sprinkler heads. 5. Properly store and dispose of chemicals. • Implement storage requirements for pesticide products with guidance from the local fire department and/or County Agricultural Commissioner. • Provide secondary containment for chemical storage. • Dispose of empty containers according to the instructions on the container label. • Triple rinse containers and use rinse water as product. 6. Properly manage pesticide and herbicide use. • Follow all federal, state, and local laws and regulations governing the use, storage, and disposal of pesticides and herbicides and training of applicators and pest control advisors. • Follow manufacturers' recommendations and label directions. • Use pesticides only if there is an actual pest problem (not on a regular preventative schedule). When applicable use less toxic pesticides that will do the job. Avoid use of copper -based pesticides if possible. Use the minimum amount of chemicals needed for the job. • Do not apply pesticides if rain is expected or if wind speeds are above 5 mph. • Do not mix or prepare pesticides for application near storm drains. Prepare the minimum amount of pesticide needed for the job and use the lowest rate that will effectively control the targeted pest. • Whenever possible, use mechanical methods of vegetation removal rather than applying herbicides. Use hand weeding where practical. • Do not apply any chemicals directly to surface waters, unless the application is approved and permitted by the state. Do not spray pesticides within 100 feet of open waters. • Employ techniques to minimize off -target application (e.g. spray drift) of pesticides, including consideration of alternative application techniques. • When conducting mechanical or manual weed control, avoid loosening the soil, which could lead to erosion. • Purchase only the amount of pesticide that you can reasonably use in a given time period. • Careful soil mixing and layering techniques using a topsoil mix or composted organic material can be used as an effective measure to reduce herbicide use and watering. Properly manage fertilizer use. • Follow all federal, state, and local laws and regulations governing the use, storage, and disposal of fertilizers. • Follow manufacturers' recommendations and label directions. • Employ techniques to minimize off -target application (e.g. spray drift) of fertilizer, including consideration of alternative application techniques. Calibrate fertilizer distributors to avoid excessive application. • Periodically test soils for determining proper fertilizer use. • Fertilizers should be worked into the soil rather than dumped or broadcast onto the surface. • Sweep pavement and sidewalk if fertilizer is spilled on these surfaces before applying irrigation water. • Use slow release fertilizers whenever possible to minimize leaching IC7 Landscape Maintenance