ILCA launches training program

ILCA is launching a new program for English and Spanish-speaking field staff, foremen, supervisors and grounds managers.

Field staff skills training
March 16-17 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
College of Lake County 19351 West Washington Street, Grayslake, IL 60030

Field staff skills training is a new two-day seminar for English and Spanish-speaking field staff, foremen, supervisors and grounds managers. The seminar covers skills that everyone needs to know. Field staff skills training is right before the landscape season starts, so make sure your employees are prepared for the busy landscape season by having them attend ILCA’s newest program.

Topics Include:

• 5 math rules that rule the universe
• Grading and drainage, instrument
• General equipment - mowers, edger/trimmer, power blower, chainsaw, handheld tools
• Plant and shrub id
• Plant layout
• Plan reading Irrigation components/controller/lateral repair/head adjustment
• Tree planting and pruning demo
• First aid and safety
• General etiquette and customer service
• Proper cultural practices – mowing, watering, thatch control and fertilization
• Permeable paver installation

Click here for more information and to register.