Las Vegas Tree Professionals Gear Up for Safety

    

Las Vegas tree professionals at First Choice Tree Service are "tying the knot" with safety.  The tree service company's crew, led by Safety Director, Leon Pera, has been undergoing a series of classes to aide them in their efficiency in tree climbing and safety.  Being accredited by the Tree Care Industry Association (TCIA), the company strives to maintain its safety standards and lead the way in Southern Nevada.

"Learning the names of the knots is as equally important as knowing how to tie them and use them," says Pera. "It's all about educating our employees and teaching them assessment techniques for emergencies."

The crew has undergone first aid and CPR courses and a series of hands-on training in the areas of aerial rescue training and advanced tree climber training.

"We teach them how to use the equipment that they already have with them, to perform tree rescues," says Pera.  "Let's say if a team member is suffering from dehydration and is unable to come down, our own on-site team is capable and equipped to put together a rescue team and efficiently bring the person down while medical help is on its way."

Training at First Choice Tree Service results in certification, but moreover efficiency on the job, skilled professionalism and confidence.

"Seeing our company grow to the next level of expertise is a place that we've wanted to be for years," says Tony Valenti, owner of First Choice Tree Service. "We've set high expectations to be the best in Las Vegas, and it feels great to know that everyone is on board to achieve success."

Roe Valenti Earns Certified Arborist Certification

Roe Valenti

How many certified arborists does it take to properly care for the trees in Southern Nevada?  

The more the better, according to Roe Valenti, who just just passed her International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) certification exam earlier this month.  Now, Las Vegas-based First Choice Tree Service (and its customers) have four certified arborists among its team of tree experts. 

“Being a certified arborist adds value to me and to the company,” says Roe.  “Besides the fact that we are accredited by TCIA (Tree Care Industry Association), it just makes us more competitive within our field.”

According to Roe, the biggest challenge to becoming certified was absorbing all the material.  “There is so much of it, from pruning to plant health care, risk assessment to soil management, and tree identification, biology and more,” says Roe.

Earning this credential is a voluntary activity, but it demonstrates proper knowledge and skills, as well as a high level of dedication to the profession and to the community. It is said that only 30% of exam takers pass on the first try.  "Knowing this pushed me even harder, along with having a passion for the industry," says Roe.  "I just love it!"

Making the Las Vegas Strip look beautiful and safe

Working in one of the top travel destinations in the world, it's our job to make our city look the best for visitors and locals alike.  People who visit Las Vegas most often stay on the Strip, which spans approximately 4 miles long consisting of resorts, casinos, dining establishments and entertainment venues.

While there is plenty of tree care to offer at these highly recognizable properties, First Choice also cares for the trees that dot the median on the Strip.

One of the trickiest parts of working in such a congested area is vehicle traffic and the pedestrians below.  First Choice Tree Service enforces safety procedures to ensure that its employees and the general public are safe at all times.

Next time you find yourself on the Strip, take a look up at the magnificent trees, as now you know that much care goes into them!