Barbara Mulhern

The author is a Belleville, WI-based agricultural/horticultural project consultant and freelance writer.

Understanding your Hispanic workers' cultures will not only improve relationships; it also makes good business sense.

Have you ever noticed that the phrases used by some of your Hispanic crew members are a little bit different than those of others? If so, it may be that they are speaking different dialects of Spanish.

Be responsible and make sure your crews aren't digging their own graves.

What follow are some important steps to take to help protect your workers from serious injury or death in trenching/excavation activities.

In this first installment of a two-part series, learn how workers involved in trenching and excavation are at high risk of death.

The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) notes that the fatality rate for the landscape services industry is approximately 25 deaths per 100,000 workers — similar to that of more recognized high-risk industries such as agriculture and mining.

Get your supervisors to buy into your safety program and create a positive safety influence

Consider these tips from the STARS Safe Company Programs Checklist for Preventing Lifting and Moving-related Injuries

Check out these tips for improving your company's "Tailgate" program