Dead batteries hiding in waste bins or old electrical items, like phones, power tools and laptops, are rising from the grave in their millions. This rampaging hoard of Zombie Batteries are attacking waste management and recycling facilities, causing explosions and … Continue reading
Category Archives: Equipment
The toilet clogs, the mice “overwintered”, the kitchen refrigerator isn’t cooling properly. The list never stops. What is the attitude your staff has towards these occurrences? “There’s always something…” “things are always breaking…” “can’t get ahead” “it’s just normal” But … Continue reading
There’s nothing like a new tool. The feel in your hand. High performance. But over time, how do you keep your tools in tip-top shape? Below are some ideas of what you can discuss with your team, administration, committee, … 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
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
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
Are you shopping for new equipment? Or maybe you need to learn about some used equipment. A great way to learn about equipment is to view the YouTube video. In the search box, you might type in the type of … Continue reading
New from Human Kinetics publisher. Includes maintenance of equipment. Inside Archery Fundamentals, Second Edition, are all of the essentials you need to succeed and get on target. From stringing your bow to learning basic shooting technique, instructions and accompanying photographs … Continue reading
Is Preventive Maintenance (PM) worth the time and effort? YES! Here’s an anonymous, true story that shows: 1-the importance of PM, 2-how PM can be shown to save money, and 3-how PM systems can work (using the manufacturer’s recommendations, developing … Continue reading
Want to see some new ideas for outdoor facilities? Here are two good sites that have facility ideas (along with crafts, food, and other camp stuff) http://www.pinterest.com/zoic/best-of-summer-camp-ideas/ and http://www.pinterest.com/leaderkam/summer-camp-wish-list/ and a few facilities-related items: swings around campfire http://www.pinterest.com/pin/260505159669703637/ chalkboard signs … Continue reading
By Jeff Pence, contributing writer We in the camping and conference center industry have always been a profession known for getting the job done even in the face of conflict and adversity. We see what our options are, make the … Continue reading
During 2006-2010, an estimated 830 structure fires in barns were reported to U.S. fire departments per year, with associated losses of: 1 civilian death, 10 civilian injuries, and $28 million in property damage annually. These fires are more common during … Continue reading
Can Wood Plastic Composites (WPC) be used in other areas (beyond decks)? The answer is complex and answer depends on the load, type of structure, safety/risk assessment, composite materials used, manufacturing technique, tensile strength, etc. Often, WPC should NOT be … Continue reading
“…this month we’re going to talk a little about motor oils, their classifications, and some little-known factoids of the latest and greatest developments. Motor Oil Standards There are three domestic nonprofit trade groups that are involved in the lubrication specification … Continue reading
Maintenance of accessible features is a requirement to ensure ADA compliance. To help pool facility owners properly maintain their lifts, S.R. Smith has launched a comprehensive library of troubleshooting videos.(from Recreation Management Magazine) http://www.srsmith.com/en/customer-service/lift-troubleshooting/ … Continue reading