David Leinbach, CTSP, getting to the root of the problem. Photo courtesy of David Leinbach. Meet David Leinbach, CTSP, an arboriculture instructor, ISA Board Certified Master Arborist, ISA Certified Tree Climber and TCIA Qualified Trainer based in Fort [...]

Photo courtesy of GomezDavid/iStock. Wildfire activity has surged across the United States in 2026. As of late August, more than 51,000 wildfires had burned nearly 8 million acres nationwide – roughly 65% more acreage than the 10-year average [...]

Accreditation audits are more than a checklist exercise – they’re a window into how safety practices hold up in the real world. Out in the field, small oversights can quickly become serious risks. In this recurring department, auditors will share [...]

A skilled climber, like SEO, takes time to develop. Photo of a JM Arbor Care job courtesy of Charlie Crawford of Peachy Shots. We’ve all seen the company with the fancy iron that still can’t seem to dial [...]

Great training starts with great trainers. That’s where TCIA’s Trainer Qualification Program comes in. Launched in 2022, the program helps industry professionals strengthen their instructional and leadership skills and deliver more consistent, engaging and practical training to improve workplace safety. [...]