“On behalf of the Energy, Kresge and Barr Foundations, MCG recently prepared a new report titled, “Voluntary Resilience Standards: An Assessment of the Emerging Market for Resilience in the Built Environment.” This report provides a market characterization of voluntary standards … Continue reading
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2018 North American Camp Food Service & Maintenance Conference March 27-29, 2018 at YMCA Camp Chingachgook The Food Service & Maintenance Conferences have long been staples of the Adirondack Training Institute’s offerings and we are excited to announce an update … Continue reading
The Interlocking Concrete Pavement Institute (ICPI) released “Tech Spec 23: Maintenance Guide for Permeable Interlocking Concrete Pavements (PICP).” “PICP is a durable, cost-effective solution for compliance with national, state/provincial and municipal stormwater regulations. The surface consists of solid, durable concrete … Continue reading
“Someone said each journey begins with a first step. In risk management the first step is identifying the risks or hazards that might damage property or result in injury to people. Some risks may be obvious. For example, commercial cooking … Continue reading
You are invited to stop by booth #324! See a sneak preview of the next version of Lodgepole (new features, new modules, monthly plans, cloud). Or experience a demo of Lodgepole. Or just stop by to say hello. Tues-Dec 5. … Continue reading
“Fix Things” “Supervise” “Organize volunteers” “Plan” “Clean” But how does your answer directly tie into your mission? How does your answer tie into the team that you work with? For another perspective read the article below and discuss the question … Continue reading
Full Proposal Due Date: Wednesday, January 31, 2018 by 11:59 PM Eastern Time The Five Star and Urban Waters program will award approximately $2 million in grants nationwide. The Five Star and Urban Waters Restoration grant program seeks to develop … Continue reading
Feature articles include: Sensory Development Playground for Parks, Schools Application of Current Standards to Natural Playgrounds Playground Safety: a Shared Responsibility Creating a Better Playground Experience for Children http://edition.pagesuite.com/html5/reader/production/default.aspx?pubname=&edid=8993dadc-bfbd-4c95-98a4-e63e2be360a4 … Continue reading
Violet the corgi going through her snow tunnel, See the 45 second video: … Continue reading
“During an emergency, it is critical that the equipment designed to save lives functions properly. In a car accident, seatbelts and airbags must work. During a fire, the importance of an alarm for early warning and fire extinguishers to stop … Continue reading
“CINCINNATI (Nov. 2, 2017) – It doesn’t matter how good the service is or how wonderful the employees are, it’s how clean and fresh a hotel, restaurant, salon or office is that matters most for 92 percent of consumers when deciding if they … Continue reading
This product recall involves two styles of Kidde disposable fire extinguishers: Plastic handle fire extinguishers Plastic push-button fire extinguishers This Recall does not include Kidde Professional or Badger branded fire extinguishers. Units with metal handles/valve assemblies are not included in … Continue reading
“Where public utilities meet the properties they serve, knowing what’s buried before you disturb the ground is more than a good idea: It is the law and violations are subject to significant penalties. After millions of dollars in damage and … Continue reading
We are delighted to officially announce the launch of our new website. You can now find us at www.lodgepole.net Our goals with this new website is to make it fresh and simplify information. For any questions, suggestions, feedback or comments, … Continue reading
Everyone works hard to have their facilities clean for different campers and guests. But is your level of custodial cleanliness what you wish? Is that level by happenstance, or by intention? Below are some ideas of what you can discuss … Continue reading