Custodial and Grounds
A well-trained custodial and grounds crew knows what to do, why they are doing it, and how best to take care of park maintenance. This area contains resources applicable to staff organization, health and safety, and efficient logistical approaches to improve custodial and grounds operations.
Put Some spring in Your Risk Management Program
Peter Erndwein, Delaware Valley Insurance Trusts
No lawn in shaded areas? Read on.
Rewriting the Woods; Restoring Native Landscapes from Invasive Takeover
Ryan Varner, Northampton Parks and Recreation
Guide to establishing a lawn area.
How Inspections Create Organizational Value
Scott Belair, CCPI, CPSI
Don’t run away from Track and field issues, Read about them here.
Risky Play, Real Benefits
Tony Norquist
Several videos on how to adjust Gym Equipment.
Climber Safety; Know the Ropes
Berliner Play Equipment Informational
Short guide on rope safety and maintenance. Provided by Anna Ranck during PRPS Annual Conference 2026
Overview of Pennsylvania’s Recreational Use of Land and Water Act
Andrew M. Loza and Debra Wolf Goldstein, Esq. (2019). Justin Hollinger, Esq., and Loza updated (2026)
Agencies rights on public Use.
Recognize Hazardous Defects in Trees
US Forest Service Northeastern Area Pub# NA-FR-01-96
This publication by the US forest Service can help you to identify trees in a hazardous state
Designing and Maintaining a Pool Maintenance Plan
Michelle Gable, AFO, CPO
An overview of the necessary elements for developing a pool maintenance plan.
Guidelines for Maintaining Streams in Your Community
PA DEP Pamphlet
Does DEP need to be called before you work in a stream? This pamphlet guides that decision.
Overview of PA’s Recreational Use of Land and Water Act
WeConservePA
An information sheet outlining the protections and liabilities of the Recreational Use Act for municipal and private landowners.
Lawn Management Through the Seasons
Peter Landschoot, PhD Former Professor of Turfgrass Science PSU
A concise information article with annual turf management chart for athletic field and lawn management in Pennsylvania.
Parks Under Pressure: Improving resilience through asset management
Jennifer Pekins
A realistic look at the pressures our parks face and how we can begin to navigate them.
Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design Guidebook
Self-Published
In the 5th installment of this 7-part series, the author provides you with step-by-step instructions on how to handle a pesticide accident.
Three Reasons Employees Fail to Meet Expectations and How Leaders Can Help
Chris Stevenson, The Empower Group
Leaders need to set the tone for their team to manage resources and foster a collaborative environment.
On the Job After Natural Disasters, Part 1
John Ball, Ph.D., CTSP
With more extreme weather events, natural disasters have become more common. Learn what you can do to manage these jobs and minimize risk.
