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Travis Vickerson, CTSP, QCL

  • July 22, 2020

    TCIA Arborist Skills: Selecting and Inspecting Crane Slings

    By Travis Vickerson, CTSP, QCL

    Crane operations can be inherently complex and difficult, so having the right equipment is critical to the job going smoothly and safely. Here are some quick tips to selecting, and inspecting, the workhorses of a crane job – [...]

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  • Tree care workers in safety gear
    January 1, 2020

    Crew Leaders Are More Than Soldiers – They Are Officers

    By Travis Vickerson, CTSP, QCL

    Travis Vickerson, far left, is geared up as he leads a safety briefing about riding the ball during crane work. Photo courtesy of Travis Vickerson. As a crew leader, you have the world pulling at you from all directions – [...]

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