Portable DNA device can detect tree pests in under two hours
Asian gypsy moths feed on a wide range of important plants and trees. White pine blister rust can kill young
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New forest fire detector is powered by the swaying of trees
A new forest deployed fire sensor has been developed and is powered by the swaying of tree branches. Older tree
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Operator killed when bucket truck overturns in Stockton
Stockton, CA – A 52-year-old man died when the bucket truck he was in overturned. Reports say that the man
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Family of Lincoln man who was electrocuted files lawsuit against LES
Zachary Francke died in an August 2018 accident when he cut through a branch that fell on a power line,
Sayreville property owner faces almost $100,000 fine for removing trees without a permit
Sayreville, NJ – Borough officials have taken action against a property owner by issuing a fine after determining trees were
US Forest Service accused of illegally selling lumber in Kentucky
On April 27, the Kentucky Resources Council sent a letter on behalf of Kentucky Heartwood to the Daniel Boone National Forest demanding
Appeals Court awards workmens’ comp benefits to utility trimmer
A New York appeals court ruled that a utility tree trimmer is entitled to Workmen’s Compensation benefits for his injuries
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MTD Southwest Recalls Remington Pole Saw due to laceration hazard
MTD Southwest recalls the Remington 25cc 2-Cycle polesaw. According to the report from the CDC, the head of the pole
C3 Manufacturing Recalls Perfect Descent Climbing Systems Climbing Belay Devices Due to Fall Hazard
C3 Manufacturing has recalled its Perfect Descent Auto Belay model 220 Indoor, Outdoor, Speed Drive and Direct Drive auto-belay climbing
ECHO Recalls Backpack Blowers and Replacement Shoulder Straps Due to Laceration and Impact Hazards
Some ECHO and Shindaiwa backpack blowers are being recalled due to impact and laceration hazards. According to the release, the
Petzl Safety Bulletin Update: Maintenance issue not manufacturing defect
Update from Petzl on 2 / 27 / 2020 PETZL are aware of the product referred to in the (UK)