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Lean Practitioner Model Five Years In

From our company’s inception, we wanted to keep overhead low. This makes sense for any startup, but we’re planning to maintain our “leanness” into the future. I don’t mean cheapness; we, of course, have operating costs, and we like new and functional equipment. We collected some cool data over the course of 2023 that might […]

Amy Burkett

Power of Unity and Empathy: Industry Collaboration of Diverse Talents

There is no denying that our world is rapidly changing. The tree care industry is no exception, as it relies on a diverse range of talents and expertise to thrive and meet the challenges of this evolving world. I had the honor last year to sit on the Women in Arboriculture panel at the annual […]

Map of OSHA regions. Courtesy of OSHA.gov.

OSHA Focusing on Regional Fatality and Injury Rates in Tree Care

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) utilizes various strategies to mitigate workplace hazards and ensure compliance with safety standards. One approach is the implementation of Regional Emphasis Programs (REPs). REPs are primarily targeted enforcement and inspections in specific high-risk industries or for particular hazards within a region. As of the end of 2023, OSHA […]

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I Admit, I’m a Sugar Addict

Addiction comes in many forms. Most of them are not healthy. My wife is always on me about steering clear of sugar. We recently had a discussion where I admitted I’m a sugar addict. I’ll just say it – I’ve got a significant sugar addiction. So much so that I sit and think about sugar […]

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Part 5: Work Practices Near Utility Conductors: Different Categories of Tree Workers

Note: The following article includes the proposed changes to “Section 3, Electrical Hazard” of the ANSI Z133 safety standard. This next Z edition will be published during 2024, and these “Electrical Level” categories will be subject to change. Arboricultural operations are often conducted within a multitude of hazards. The daily life of an arborist is […]

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