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.
Guide to International Soccer Pitch Maintenance
Sports Turf Managers Association
STMA has created this manual to provide guidance for achieving a healthy and safe soccer pitch through use of key cultural practices.
Tree Owner's Manual
USDA Forest Service
To reduce the risk of personal injury or permanent damage to your tree, read and follow these important precautions
Bulldozer Operation Overview
Heavy Metal Learning
Basics introduction on how to operate a bulldozer.
First-Hand Bulldozer Training 101 (360° Point-of-View)
Heavy Metal Learning
You are in the driver's seat as we take you through bulldozer training 101 in our Komatsu D61PX with 360° technology.
How to Operate a Wheel Loader
Heavy Metal Learning
Heavy Equipment Operator Training – Wheel Loader Training.
How to do a Mini Excavator Pre-Operation Inspection
Heavy Metal Learning
This video covers how to conduct a pre-operational safety check on a mini excavator. This includes a walk-around, compartment and operator seat inspection.
First-Hand Mini Excavator Training (360° point-of-view)
Heavy Metal Learning
Heavy Equipment Operator Training. You are in the driver's seat as we take you through mini excavator training.
Tier 4 Engines & Emission Controls | Quick Tips
Heavy Metal Learning
What you need to know about Tier 4 Engines
How to Properly Start, Idle & Shut Down Your Equipment
Heavy Metal Learning
This video covers the start-up, idling and shut down procedures for our equipment.
How to Load a Dump Truck
Heavy Metal Learning
This video covers the basics of how to load a dump truck with a wheel loader.
How to Grease Heavy Equipment
Heavy Metal Learning
This video will show you how to properly grease your heavy equipment, and will also cover how often you should grease, how to find grease fittings and recommended tools for the job.
How to Correct a Flipped Skid Steer
Heavy Metal Learning
This video will cover what will cause you to flip a skid steer, and how you can right yourself.
How to Operate an Articulated Dump Truck
Heavy Metal Learning
This video will cover the basics of operating an Articulated Dump Truck.
How to Clean Excavator Tracks
Heavy Metal Learning
This video will cover cleaning and clearing out excavator tracks.
How to Operate a Tracked Dump Truck
Heavy Metal Learning
This video will cover the basics of operating an Tracked Dump Truck.
