Why safety is the most important part of working with attachments
Increase job-site safety and reduce serious injury with these practical guidelines for operating compact equipment attachments. read more
The must-have maintenance PPE you need to stay safe on-site
It can be easy for contractors to overlook safety but in order to stay safe on-site, follow these PPE recommendations from industry experts. read more
SafetyWatch: Wide-area mowing preparation
When operating a wide-area mower, keep in mind these key items to help ensure the job is performed safely and smoothly. read more
Web Extra: SafetyWatch in Spanish (workplace violence)
The following is a Spanish version of SafetyWatch for the November 2017 issue of Landscape Management. It discusses how to avoid workplace violence. Click here for the original SafetyWatch in English or see page 14 of the magazine. Evita la violencia en el lugar de trabajo La violencia en el lugar de trabajo se define como la fuerza física, el... read more
SafetyWatch: Trim safely
To run a trimmer safely, operators must wear various pieces of personal protection equipment. These items include safety glasses with side shields; ear plugs or muffs; gloves, if conditions call for them; pants; a shirt or jacket that fits firmly with no strings, frills or dangling straps; and approved safety shoes or boots with nonslip soles, a protected toe and... read more
OpX, safety go hand in hand
I have a photograph in my office that shows a BrightView team member working on a client site in Louisville, Ky. It’s a beautiful photo of a landscape that shows the skill and dedication of the crews who installed and maintain it. At first glance, I’m proud of the photo, but on closer examination, I have a major issue with... read more
