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How to: Learning to report workplace accidents thoroughly and accurately

While every company hopes there won’t be accidents that occur in the workplace, the reality is they happen. Knowing how to respond is critical.

January 6, 2020

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Choosing the right PPE for your team

When dealing with personal protective equipment (PPE), it’s good to keep in mind that one size definitely does not fit all. “When equipment is awkward or bulky, employees are reluctant to wear it,” Safeopedia says online. “Outfitting all workers with comfortable gear can increase compliance and lead to a safer, more productive workforce. That alone […]

January 2, 2020

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Safety watch: Preventing hypothermia

As your snow removal crews are out and about taking care of properties, odds are they are most likely in a warm cab. But if they are out in the elements, here’s what they should know to prevent hypothermia.

December 26, 2019

Integrated Landscape Management improves its safety culture with Lytx’s program

Integrated Landscape Management (ILM) based in Tempe, Arizona, implemented the Lytx Driver Safety Program in 2017 and drastically improved safe driving habits.

December 11, 2019

Lytx offers driver accountability for landscape fleets

Lawn care and landscape management crews spend a considerable amount of time on road between jobsites and Lytx, a video telematics solution, provides owners with the ability to improve their crews’ driving behavior.

December 10, 2019

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Foamstream offers landscapers an herbicide-free weed killing option

Since the nationwide controversy surrounding glyphosate and other chemical-based herbicides has yet to reach an end, the European company Weedingtech offered an herbicide-free weed treatment option at this year’s GIE+EXPO called Foamstream. “Whatever you think about the safety of glyphosate and herbicides, we don’t want to get drawn into that argument,” says Leo de Montaignac, […]

October 29, 2019

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Safety watch: Safeguarding your company against equipment theft

Equipment theft is an issue professional landscapers face time and time again, and the question becomes is this something I can prevent or am I doomed to always have my machines pilfered? Take a look at what green industry experts say you can do to safeguard yourself against equipment theft this season and in the […]

October 10, 2019

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Industry roundup: Gator UTVs recalled by John Deere due to crash hazard

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recently announced that John Deere is recalling 19,730 Gator XUV835 utility vehicles, and about 840 were sold in Canada.

September 10, 2019

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Hurricane preparedness: What to know in the wake of Dorian

With the havoc Hurricane Dorian brought upon the Bahamas over the past few days, members of Florida, Georgia and the Carolinas have begun battening down the hatches for what may come. If your landscaping company is located near or in Dorian’s path, now would be a good time to prepare your customer’s landscapes and your […]

September 4, 2019

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Silica regulations: Understanding why compliance is important

While there has been an increase in awareness, the vast majority still do not understand the silica threat. Click here to learn why this regulation is important.

August 26, 2019

Everything contractors need to know about workers’ comp before buying

Workers’ compensation insurance is a form of coverage that protects business owners and their employees should they get injured or fall ill due to work-related activity.

August 21, 2019

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How to: Handling an emergency on the project site

Driving out to different projects every day may feel routine to landscapers, but routines aren’t always guaranteed. Life is unpredictable, leading to certain situations that are handled best when they’re prepared for. Landscaping teams and business owners should be on the same page concerning how to respond to an emergency on the project site. All […]

August 20, 2019

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News roundup: Landscape company pleads guilty to visa fraud

Cardinal Lawn and Landscape, Inc. based in High Ridge, Missouri, and its president, William J. Richardet, have pled guilty to one count each of conspiracy to commit visa fraud.

August 19, 2019

The Greenery, Inc.: Safety first leads to success

The Greenery, Inc., based on Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, reached $65 million in revenue last year and they credit their year after year success to their three-step initiative: safety, quality and production.

July 26, 2019

Product roundup: Greenworks Commercial adds three new models to its 82V string trimmer line

Greenworks Commercial has three new lithium-ion string trimmer models in its 82V line.

July 24, 2019

Stress lightning safety to landscape crews during summer thunderstorms

The odds of being struck by lightning any given year is 1.1 million, but those who are working outside in open spaces are far more at risk.

July 9, 2019

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What to know about slip and fall lawsuits in the snow removal industry

At the Snow & Ice Management Association’s (SIMA) 22nd Annual Snow & Ice Symposium in Grand Rapids, Michigan, landscape contractors had the opportunity to attend a number of educational sessions related to snow and ice removal. One topic that was offered on Thursday, June 27, was called “Tales from the Witness Stand: What You Sign […]

July 1, 2019

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Cooling towels and other methods to beat the heat this summer

There are several heat-related illnesses your employees can encounter. Click here to learn ways to keep your staff cool.

June 25, 2019

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WAC Colorscaping System launching at Equip

This innovative, patent-pending line of exterior LED luminaires is designed and engineered to illuminate landscapes with tunable white light and an unlimited color palette.

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Buffalo Turbine adds new, updated debris blowers to its lineup

Scag Jackal stand-on mini track loader

Scag enters compact equipment market with Jackal Mini Track Loader

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Kress adds Commercial Top-Handle Chainsaw

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Yanmar rolls out line of compact track loader attachments

The Attachments Idea Book

Landscapers use a variety of attachments for doing everything from snow removal to jobsite cleanup, and regardless of how often they are used, every landscaper has a favorite attachment.

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