[PDF] Grounds Maintenance Manual eBook

Author : Illinois Association of School Boards, Springfield
Publisher : Illinois Assn of School Boards
Page : 276 pages
File Size : 14,91 MB
Release : 1996
Category : School buildings
ISBN : 9781880331088

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This manual, published by the Illinois Association of School Boards, was designed to be used as a teaching tool and reference source for overseeing effective school maintenance. Section 1 describes the basics of good school maintenance, including managing the program, using computers, controlling energy costs, ensuring safe practices, designing buildings for efficient maintenance, and being informed about environmental issues. Section 2 details guidelines for operating cleaning and general building services, such as custodial operations, area cleaning programs, and equipment and supplies. A custodian's glossary is included. The third section provides guidelines for building maintenance, specifically, caring for the exterior and roof. Procedures for maintaining school grounds are detailed in the fourth section. The fifth section describes the maintenance of mechanical equipment, including heating and air conditioning systems, sanitary systems and fixtures, sewage treatment plants, and electrical systems. A management tools appendix contains a list of environmental resources; sections on cleaning and general building services, grounds maintenance, and mechanical equipment; and annual inspection checklists. (LMI)

Author : Herbert S. Conover
Publisher :
Page : 512 pages
File Size : 15,98 MB
Release : 1958
Category : Grounds maintenance
ISBN : 9780070124110

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Planning scheduling, and public relations; The growing and maintenance of turf; Planting and care of trees and shrubs; Selection, use, and maintenance of equipment; Diseases and insect control; Weeds and their eradication; Soil erosion; Maintenance of roads and parking areas; Materials specifications; Maintenance of picnic areas; Illustration credits; Glossary.

Author : Dennis R. Pittenger
Publisher : UCANR Publications
Page : 212 pages
File Size : 35,34 MB
Release : 2006
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 1879906740

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This study guide was written for those seeking to become California Certified Nursery Professionals (CCN Pros). Developed through a partnership between the University of California Cooperative Extension (UCCE) and the California Association of Nurseries and Garden Centers (CANGC), this practical, easy-to-use manual covers important topics on basic horticulture, soil, fertilizer, and water management, plant problem diagnosis, integrated pest management, landscape design, and nursery sales. It also contains an appendix summarizing nursery laws and regulations, a glossary and an index. From indoor plants to lawns – this is a valuable reference for any career professional in the garden retail trade. As the primary information source for home gardeners, well-trained staff knowledgeable in basic horticulture is important to retailers wanting to better meet their customer's needs.

Author : Paul Boardway Tukey
Publisher : Storey Publishing
Page : 273 pages
File Size : 38,41 MB
Release : 2007-01-01
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 1580176496

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Explains how to make a lawn safe and environmentally friendly using organic methods, and how to pick the best grass for each climate and sunlight situation.