October 15 , 2020
Resources
INDUSTRY UPDATE ON EMERGING TRENDS: ROW STEWARDSHIP FOR THRIVING ECOSYSTEMS
A growing trend is moving from vegetation elimination to a system that keeps ROW-compatible vegetation and promotes thriving ecosystems. This webinar discusses ways to incorporate this into your UVM strategy. Kevin Jones is joined by our Director of Research and Innovation, Dr. Anand Persad, to discuss the future of training in our industry.
August 20, 2020
INTEGRATED VEGETATION MANAGEMENT PRINCIPLES AND EXCELLENCE
Using herbicides to control vegetation on ROWs is a cornerstone of IVM. In our latest webinar, you’ll learn typical practices, common errors, and examples of excellence. Safety is also paramount, and like any other tool, herbicides require training. We’ll examine the proper use of PPE, storage, transportation, and handling needed to optimize an IVM program.
June 18, 2020
DON’T TAKE SAFETY TOO SERIOUS!
Effective safety training should be interactive, easily digestible, and presented in a relatable way. This webinar dissects the safety lessons found in several popular films and provides a humorous slant to avoid complacency.
Apr. 17, 2020
BUILDING A BETTER PROGRAM WITH THIRD-PARTY WORK PLANNING AND AUDITING
This informative webinar explores how third-party work planning and auditing can substantially improve the quality of your vegetation management program, including unit selection, workflow processes, quality control, and workload reduction.
Feb. 20, 2020
CREW SAFETY AUDITING & ASSESSMENTS: SAFETY APPROACHES TO UNDERSTAND & IMPROVE WORKER PERFORMANCE
In our first webinar of 2020, you’ll learn the approaches to safety auditing and worker assessments with a focus on line clearance tree workers; supporting crews; and the reports used to determine performance, training, and equipment needs.
December 19, 2019
DEFENSIVE DRIVING WORKSHOP: STAY SAFE WHILE ON THE ROAD
In this informative webinar, you’ll learn the defensive driving tactics you need to prevent accidents, identify potential hazards, make better and alternate driving decisions, and more.
September 19, 2019
INTRODUCTION TO UTILITY VEGETATION MANAGEMENT & CAREERS IN UVM
The U.S. power distribution network is vast. All along those lines are millions of trees that need to be kept in check to ensure uninterrupted power. Learn more about UVM and the types of careers available.
August 15, 2019
EMERGING TRENDS IN ROW STEWARDSHIP FOR THRIVING ECOSYSTEMS
ACRT Business Development Manager Kevin Jones explains new shifts in and research on how rights-of-way are managed — and what that means for their surrounding environments.
June 20, 2019
THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN QUALIFIED LINE CLEARANCE TREE TRIMMER & INCIDENTAL LINE CLEARANCE TREE TRIMMER
ACRT business development manager Bob Urban shares how updates to ANSI Z133 left arborists confused about clearance classification and offers clarity.
February 21, 2019
UNDERSTANDING THE BASICS OF THE PLANT HEALTH CARE (PHC) SYSTEM
ACRT Business Development Manager Kevin Harrel discusses plant health care (PHC) and why it matters for tree health, landscape appearance, and limiting pesticide usage.
September 6, 2018
HOW TO MANAGE GENERATIONAL DIFFERENCES IN THE WORKPLACE [WEBINAR]
In our final summer webinar, Kevin Jones and Keith Pancake of ACRT explain how to attract, retain, and develop the future leaders of your utility.
August 16, 2018
DEVELOPING AN EFFECTIVE AUDIT PROGRAM FOR CONTRACT TREE CREWS [WEBINAR]
Learn the importance of a tree trimming safety auditing program, the tools and processes required, how to get training, and how to scale for growth.
July 19, 2018
LOOKING FORWARD…AND CHARGING AHEAD [WEBINAR]
ACRT Business Development Manager Joe Marshall uses interview findings from VM leaders across the industry to arm you with the insights you need to ensure your utility is ready for what’s to come.
April 19, 2018
6 TACTICS FOR A SUCCESSFUL SOCIAL MEDIA STRATEGY [WEBINAR]
This 60-minute webinar provides 6 tactics on how utilities can put social media to use for their customers — and themselves.