Toronto Street Sweeping Frequently Asked Questions

Question 1

Q: How do I know the road cleaning services I've chosen are in line with safety industry regulations?

Answer

Make sure that they have proper safety equipment on all street sweepers or other trucks. Arrow boards, flashing lights, and flags must be on-board. Ensure any vehicle on your jobsite has this safety equipment needed for any situation; most of this equipment is required by regulatory bodies.

Question 2

Q: I have an MOL inspector visiting my construction site tomorrow. Should I have a street sweeping team come in before, or after?

Answer

Consider street sweeper services at your construction site before a MOL inspector requires it. Power sweeping services will be less expensive due to prior planning, and it will foster positive public relations to nearby neighbors of your project.

Question 3

Q: Should the power washing or hydro excavation service I’ve hired be using water from a city hydrant?

Answer

Taking water from a hydrant or a meter without municipal permission is a crime. Don't expect a reputable road cleaning contractor to do so. Your service provider should make the necessary arrangements with the local municipality for metered water.

Question 4

Q: What types of information or literature should I, the contractor, expect to receive from my commercial power sweeping service prior to the job?

Answer

Prior to tendering commercial power sweeping services, your contractor should provide you with any necessary information surrounding the job, including prevailing wage requirements, insurance requirements, contractor's license requirements, and any provincial or other regulations concerning air quality.

Question 5

Q: Does a Toronto power sweeping service need a license to work?

Answer

Be sure you are aware of all licenses required for power sweeping in Toronto, as well as air quality guidelines. Regulations are in a constant state of change. It's important to stay current.

When you evaluate a street cleaning contractor, make sure they have knowledgeable staff available to you around the clock. Confirm that they have replacement equipment in stock in case of breakdown. Verify that all drivers are properly trained.

Toronto Street Sweeping Frequently Asked Questions

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