Landscaping and horticultural is an emerging service/market for building service contractors. It's also one where service workers are at risk of injury from a wide variety of potential hazards in this industry, including exposure to chemicals, noise, machinery, lifting, construction, and weather related hazards. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) outlines areas where employers and workers should watch for potential hazards and solutions to ensure that everyone remains safe and healthy during the summer.

Potential Hazards and Possible Solutions:
Cuts and Amputations
Electrical
Ergonomics
Heat and Cold Stress
Lifting and Awkward Postures
Motor Vehicles
Noise
Pesticides and Chemicals
Slips, Trips, and Falls

Each of these are further detailed and outlined on the OSHA website. Click here for more information on how to keep workers safe.