Tool Shed

Our Tool Shed is a resource library designed for professionals working within all aspects of park maintenance.  We continually research best maintenance practices from all industries to gather videos, articles, templates, and websites and store them in one place for our subscribers. We spend the time to sift through the noise and provide you with valuable information when you need it, so you can focus on developing solutions. If there is something you need but cannot find, reach out and share your specific needs.

Stakeholder Management Resource Management Financial Management Benchmarks Playgrounds, Wellness, and Physical Equipment Pools, Boating, and Swimming Areas Trails and Greenways Park Structures Accessibility and Inclusion Custodial and Grounds Infrastructure Greener Approach Athletic Fields and Sport Facilities Natural Landscapes and Open Spaces Invasive Species and Pest Control Irrigation and Nutrition Journeymen's Guide Mechanic's Guide Contractor's Guide Front Office Guide

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.

Construction Safety Training Video

Cleveland Construction

Full version of Cleveland Construction's Employee Safety Training Video for commercial construction.

Managing and Reducing Wastes: A Guide for Commercial Buildings

Environmental Protection Agency

Here are tools and resources to help facility managers, building owners, tenants and other stakeholders improve waste management in their buildings, reduce costs and enhance sustainability.

Pennsylvania Waste Statutes and Regulations

PA Department of Environmental Protection

Compiled (but not exhaustive) resources from the state of Pennsylvania

Construction Waste Management

US Army Corp of Engineers

"Responsible management of waste is an essential aspect of sustainable building. In this context, managing waste means eliminating waste where possible

List of National Fire Protection Association Codes & Standards

National Fire Protection Association

NFPA publishes more than 300 consensus codes and standards intended to minimize the possibility and effects of fire and other risks.

Building Code Taxonomy

National Council of Governments on Building Codes and Standards

National Council of Governments on Building Codes and Standards (NCGBCS) has developed the below taxonomy to identify the topics covered in code, the related state and local agencies, relevant standards and model codes, and other available guidance.

Cold Weather Concreting: Guidance, and Strategies

The Constructor

Cold weather concreting is the process of placement, finishing, curing, and protection of concrete during cold weather, as per ACI 306.1.

Concrete Waterproofing- Types, Steps, and Advantages

The Constructor

Concrete waterproofing is the application of impervious material layer on concrete which prevents water from penetrating and making the structure waterproof so that it remains relatively unaffected by water.

Guidelines for Construction of Concrete Foundations

The Constructor

Guidelines for the construction of concrete foundations ensure strength, durability, and longevity of foundation structures.

Safe Bearing Capacity values of Different Soils

The Constructor

By considering different failure conditions, the ultimate bearing capacity is divided by certain factor of safety and the resultant is called safe bearing capacity of the soil.