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.
Pruning Herbaceous Plants
PennState Extension
A certain amount of maintenance is needed to keep a landscape looking its best. This minimal effort may mean the difference between landscaping that is mediocre and one that evokes many compliments.
Pruning Flowering Shrubs
PennState Extension
The correct time to prune your flowering shrubs depends on when they flower. Learn more about tips and tricks to maintain a colorful landscape.
Pruning Shrubs and Trees
PennState Extension
Here are some tips to follow when pruning specific plants, the best tools to use and some basic techniques.
Pruning for Utility Line Clearance
PennState Extension
This article explains why utility companies prune trees, what directional pruning is, how a tree should look after it is directionally pruned, and other options for trees near power lines.
How and When to Prune Flowering Shrubs
PennState Extension
This article discusses when to prune popular flowering shrubs and methods of pruning.
A Day in the Life of a Kent State Groundskeeper
KentState TV
Maintaining a university campus takes a lot of hard work. This video follows Kent State Grounds crew who help make it happen.
Disinfecting Sports Fields – Natural Grass and Synthetic Turf
Sports Turf Managers Association
Research conducted by Dr. Andrew McNitt, Penn State University, investigated the presence and survival of the bacterium Methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA). This research may give us clues of how to approach concerns regarding COVID-19.
Guidelines for Illegal Dump Cleanups
Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful
10 Steps to Organizing an Illegal Dump Cleanup
Husqvarna Trimmer Fuel Line and Carburetor Rebuild
Home Garage
This Husqvarna trimmer wasn't starting and after taking a good look at it new fuel lines and a good carburetor cleaning were needed.
What Cleaning Supplies Will Help Combat COVID-19?
UC San Diego Health
With hand sanitizer and disinfecting wipes disappearing from the shelves, knowing what soaps and cleaners work best against novel coronavirus (COVID-19) is important for helping keep your household hygienic during the pandemic.
Guidelines for Playground Poured-in-Place Surfacing
Recreation Resource USA
Information and recommended maintenance for poured-in-place playground safety surfaces
Cleaning and Sanitizing with Bleach after an Emergency
Center for Disease Control
Cleaning and sanitizing your facility after an emergency is important to help prevent the spread of illness and disease.
Making Hand Washing Solution with Bleach
Center for Disease Control
Info graphic recipe for hand making hand sanitation solution
A Day in the Life of a Golf Course Grounds Crew Worker
Micah Fritz
Sample staff orientation / training video. Filmed at North Oaks Golf Club, MN. This video seeks to give a glimpse into a typical day's work for grounds staff.
McClellan joins the Cardinals Grounds Crew for a day
St. Louis Cardinals
Former Cardinals pitcher Kyle McClellan learns what it takes to work on the Grounds Crew
