Tree Safety
Tree safety is our top concern at Moki Smith Tree Specialists. We adhere to the highest professional standards of safety for our crew, our clients, and the general public at all times. Our safety record is excellent. We promote tree safety by provide educational resources to help our friends and neighbors of all ages become more aware and empowered to create and maintain tree safety all around their homes and property. Have questions or comments? Leave your remarks right under the article of choice. Also, feel free to contact us via email or by phone at 408-772-8942 anytime. We’d love to hear from you!
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CA Dept. of Industral Relations Safety Guide
CAL OSHA: Tree care operations include the trimming, pruning, felling, and removal of trees and bushes. They involve climbing trees, using portable ladders, working at heights while using hand and portable power tools, working near energized overhead or downed power lines, feeding chippers,
and other hazardous operations.
Tree work accidents can result in severe traumatic injuries and deaths. The most commonly reported causes include falls,
electrical shock, being struck by falling objects, and chain saw lacerations. Most are preventable through hazard recognition, hazard control, effective employee training, and the use of appropriate personal protective equipment. View this Safety Guide from the Department of Industrial Relations to learn more
We Take Safety Seriously. And Have an Excellent Record
At Moki Smith tree specialists, we take safety very seriously. Our jobs are ran professionally, clean, and hazard free at all times. We do this to protect our crew members, homeowners and their gusts, and the general public. we adhere to CAL OSHA tree trimming standards at all times and will not undertake a project if it poses a hazardous environment to our crew, our clients, or the public. Click here to view the CAL OSHA tree trimming manual we follow.
Call BeforeYou Dig; USA North 8-1-1
USA North 811 Serving Northern and Central California, from the California/Oregon border south to Kern and San Luis Obispo county.
Call USA North 811 at: 811 or 800-642-2444 to start a ticket at least two days BEFORE you dig.
The Importance of Trees; KidZone
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Changing Lives In A Positive Way
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The Importance of Trees for Kids: Teaching the Next Generation
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3 Things You Didn’t Know Trees Did for You
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What is an Arborist?
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Tree Hazards and Risks
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Tree Pruning
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Tree Watering: when, how, and how much
Tree Watering Tree watering is a key part of tree care, but it is difficult to recommend an exact amount due to the variety of climates. A few guidelines will help you [...]
Now is the time. The time for trees
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Some of Our Work
A snapshot of our recent work includes expert trimming of Japanese Maples, planting design and consultation, and removal of dead and decaying trees to give new life to formerly overcrowded spaces.
Our large tree preservation expertise maintains the health of numerous beautiful Oaks throughout the South Bay Area, helping them to thrive in all their glory.
Visit our gallery and view our services for more in-depth descriptions of our work, and call us today to get started! (408) 722-8942
Client Testimonials
Moki- you and your crew did a great job!
Thank you so much for taking on our small job… and thank you for the Starbucks card!
The Lopez Family
Gilroy
My neighbor was using your company,
and it was great you were able to quote and complete my project the same day since you were already on the street! Thanks for the Starbucks card!
The Mishlers
Gilroy
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