At Bartlett Tree Experts, our motto “Safety Above All Else” is reflected at all levels of the company, especially with the production crews that maintain the trees and landscape.
When a Bartlett Arborist Representative visits a property to assess and discuss tree care needs, they also identify potential safety items and, upon returning to the office, compile a Site Specific Risk Assessment (SSRA). On the scheduled workday, this SSRA is given to the crew and discussed prior to morning dispatch. Documentation includes hazards to be aware of, tools needed to complete the work, a work plan, and other safety items necessary for keeping our crews and the client's property safe.
The crew walks the property together, using the SSRA as a guide to conduct their Job Site Safety Briefing (JSSB).
They discuss all the safety items, any new safety concerns, and establish a plan to safely complete the work. As work continues throughout the day and scenarios change, the crew leader continues to assess and, if necessary, reconvenes the crew to discuss any new safety concerns and to revise plans.
Bartlett Tree Experts is committed to safety above all else, and the SSRA/JSSB protocol creates a system for clear communication, planning, and execution to ensure safe outcomes during our work procedures.