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Free safety apps you can put to work on jobsites
Train, track and respond to hazards – from heat to hearing – with these must-download mobile apps.
May 10, 2024
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Cat launches new programs to build safety culture in organizations
Programs serve to improve the four components - system, mindset, ownership and leadership - of a resilient safety culture.
March 13, 2024
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Green Industry pros share why they're thankful
In the spirit of the season, we asked some Green Industry professionals to share what they're thankful for this Thanksgiving season.
November 24, 2022
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Advise clients to practice fireworks safety this summer
While watching fireworks is always good fun, things can become dangerous if care is not taken. Here are some firework safety tips to consider sharing with your clients.
June 30, 2017
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Recruiting & retention
Want to welcome women? Consider providing maternity leave
See why parental leave could make your company a destination employer and create a more inviting and desirable work atmosphere.
April 2, 2021
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Recruiting & retention
Making room for mothers: Inclusivity includes parental leave
With more women and younger generations coming into the field, companies need to be open to discussing parental leave.
April 1, 2021
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Continuing the conversation: What companies can do to be more welcoming, inclusive to women
Women continue to join the green industry, but there are still aspects of the field that aren’t appealing or accommodating to females, which is where you as a company can step in and help.
April 1, 2021
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What we're made of: Green industry women full of grace and grit
Even though Women’s History Month is coming to a close, don't forget that women who make up the green industry can be celebrated every day.
March 31, 2021
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Recruiting & retention
Easy as 1, 2, 3: Cultivating and keeping key people
If you currently have a group of stellar employees in your company, wouldn’t you want to find new hires that share similar values and qualities?
February 16, 2021
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Details matter: Recruiting and retaining quality employees
Finding good workers is a challenge in itself, but once you find those gems, how can you hold onto them?
February 5, 2021
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Employee retention tips to decrease turnover
Employee retention is one aspect of the hiring game that many green industry companies struggle with. With a new year ahead of us, why not try a few new techniques to bring employees in and keep them motivated to stay?
February 4, 2021
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Occupational hazards landscape professionals should watch for
Know what to look for and how to handle many common occupational hazards for landscapers to keep your crew safe on the job. Details on Total Landscape Care.
September 3, 2020
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Chainsaw checklist: What to check before hitting the jobsite
Important safety tips for maintaining, servicing and repairing chainsaws in tree care settings while staying inside the industry guidelines. Learn more on TLC.
August 21, 2020
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Safety watch: Protecting your crews from hearing loss
Learn how to keep your crews safe with personal protective equipment and prevent hearing loss from job site hazards here on Total Landscape Care.
August 18, 2020
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Issues to watch for when towing a trailer
These recommendations, from the Association for the Work Truck Industry, will help improve your efficiency, safety and performance while towing a trailer.
July 8, 2020
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How to: Getting down to business with stump grinding
Take a look at a few tips tree experts recommend when removing a stump, as well as how to avoid some of the most commonly made mistakes during the process.
June 29, 2020
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Caring for hazardous trees: Identifying problems and reducing risks
Certain structural defects or tree diseases can pose a risk to human lives activities. Learn how to take care of hazardous trees here on Total Landscape Care.
April 24, 2020
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Lytx utilizes AI to pinpoint distracted driving issues
Discover why you should use Lytx's artificial intelligence to track distracted driving in your landscaping fleet on Total Landscape Care today.
March 9, 2020
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