Sub-Title:

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) General Industry Standard, 1910, and the Construction standard, 1926, both apply to the landscaping industry. 

Description: 

Landscaping offers several services to customers. Services can include soil preparation, irrigation systems, shrub trimming, lawn mowing, lawn planting, and arborist services like tree trimming. 

Government Requirements:

29 CFR 1910

29 CFR 1926

Who Needs this Training? 

All workers who work in the landscaping industry must undergo this training to stay safe on the job. 

Dangers of Remaining Uncertified

All employees who remain untrained are at risk of minor to serious injuries on the job. The landscaping industry uses hazardous tools and equipment as well as several chemicals that have the potential to cause harm if not used correctly. 

Included Topics:

By the end of this course, we will have covered the following topics:

Introduction – 0:26

Topic 1: Introduction to Landscaping – 8:17

Topic 2: Pesticides and Herbicides – 4:41

Topic 3: Weather Safety – 4:27

Topic 4: Equipment Safety – 3:32

Topic 5: Electrical Safety – 2:11

Topic 6: Tree Trimming Safety – 1:57

Topic 7: Infestation and Pests – 5:19

Topic 8: Cuts and Punctures – 1:25

Topic 9: Personal Protective Equipment – 2:08

Summary – 0:40

Course Layout

Course format consists of video instruction, intermediate quizzes, and Final Knowledge Check.

Course Duration 

A minimum of 40 minutes is required to complete this course.