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. [...]

Photo courtesy of teksomolika/AdobeStock. Two tree care companies offer very different perspectives on the shift toward quieter, lower-emission equipment. Tree care companies increasingly are navigating a patchwork of local ordinances and equipment rules. One municipality may prohibit a [...]

...Keep My Crews Indoors Photo courtesy of E4C/iStock. Between the palpable effects of climate change and its related impact on increased wildfire risk, air quality has become an increasing concern for outdoor workers. In response, tree care companies [...]