Experts Come from Near and Far
mlp ’ s Education committee has done a great job presenting speakers along with topics of interest to members and our on-demand webinars continue to resonate well with landscape professionals across the state . The opportunity to learn and earn valuable CEU credit in a convenient online format has been well received and will likely continue throughout the year .
JANUARY
One of our industry ’ s leading safety experts , Dr . John Ball came to us all the way from South Dakota State University to deliver Emergency Response in the Field : What ’ s in Your First Aid Kit ? He provided potentially life-saving information on how to be prepared for emergencies on the job site . In addition to a what is essential in a well-stocked first aid kit ( see below ), he provided case studies for common injuries and effective way to respond in an emergency .
Essential First Aid Kit Items
• Gauze pads ( at least 4 " x 4 ")
• Two large gauze pads ( at least 8 " x 10 ")
• Box adhesive bandages ( band-aids )
• One package gauze roller bandages ( at least 2 " wide )
• Two triangular bandages
• Wound cleaning agent such as sealed moistened towelettes
• Scissors
• At least one mylar thermal blanket
• Tweezers
• Adhesive tape
• Latex gloves
• Resuscitation equipment such as airway or pocket mask
• Two elastic wraps
• Splint
• Directions for requesting emergency assistance
Top takeaway : Zip tie your first aid kits , so you know when they ’ ve been used and need to be replenished .
MARCH 10-31
We look forward to our March webinar : Remarkable Perennials , Annual and Flower Shrubs with Kerry Ann mendez of Estabrook Garden Center and Perennially Yours . Kerry Ann will focus on “ superhero ” plants that provide three or more seasons of color and require less input and maintenance — all designed to get you inspired for spring !
BONUS WEBINARS Plant ID Boot Camp
Join popular instructor Nicole Forsyth , mclp , mcA , mch for this fast-paced webinar designed to get back to basics , sharpen your skills , and help you prepare for the MCLP exam . From botanical terminology to plant characteristics and features , this essential primer lays the foundation for identifying trees and shrubs commonly found in the New England landscape . Available now through April 30 .
Silica Dust Safety
Exposure to crystalline silica dust is dangerous and could cause health problems including serious respiratory disease . Scott Benson , Director of Sales & Training for Unilock , helps us uncover this problem and offers way you can protect yourself and your crew from potential danger . Available now through year-end ..
MANY THANKS TO OUR WINTER WEBINAR SPONSORS
FEBRUARY
Dr . michael J . Raupp — Professor Emeritus and Extension Specialist at the University of Maryland — brought his extensive entomological knowledge and great sense of humor to our February webinar . He posed the question , “ Can insect pests be managed organically ?” Dr . Raupp provided many alternative approaches to managing key pests including reduced risk pesticides , and biological options , all with the goal of increasing sustainability of managed landscapes . cleavesco . com
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Members receive a discount for webinar registration at : www . MLP-MCLP . org
MLP plans to offer on-demand and live webinars throughout 2021 . All suggestions for speakers and topics are welcome . Please contact MLP with your ideas . Interested in sponsoring a webinar ?
For sponsorship information , please contact Charissa Sharkey at CSharkey @ mlp-mclp . org or ( 508 ) 653-3373 .
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