Land Stewardship Series: Intro to OSHA
September 9 | 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.Iowa Western | Looft Hall Auditorium
This hands-on series is designed for landowners, natural resource professionals, and outdoor enthusiasts looking to deepen their knowledge of managing Iowa’s unique ecosystems. Participants will explore topics such as tree and plant identification, invasive species management, herbicide application, equipment operation, trail design, tree and shrub removal, wildfire planning, and ecosystem restoration. Some classes will include fieldwork at off-site locations, offering real-world applications and insights.
About this Course
This course provides an overview of Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations as they apply to land management and stewardship activities. Learn about safety standards for working with heavy equipment and herbicides in the field, as well as proper risk management practices. Ideal for land managers and those involved in outdoor conservation work, this course helps ensure a safe and compliant work environment.
About the Series
Classes start Tuesday, March 11, 2025 from 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm and continue one Tuesday evening per month until November.
March 11 - Wildland Fire Planning & Management
April 8 - Tree & Shrub Removal
May 6 - Herbicide Use
June 10 - Tree & Plant Identification
July 8 – Equipment Operations
August 5 - Soft Trail Planning & Development
September 9 - Intro to OSHA
October 7 - Seed Harvesting, Processing, & Cleaning
November 4 - Business Basics
Each class is $65, or register for all courses in the series for a total of $499.
Contact: Lance Brisbois
Phone: (712) 482-3029
Email: lance@goldenhillsrcd.org
Categories: Community, Educational, Outdoors
