The benefits of Structural Soil

Start Date
07/27/2017
End Date
07/27/2017
Description
This course will explain to attendees the benefits of structural soil, including decreasing tree mortality, reducing sidewalk failure, and reducing trip-and-falls . We will also instruct attendees on how it is installed safely and effectively.
Location
Irving, TX
Distance Learning
No
Course Equivalency
No
Subjects
Horticulture / Plants
Health, Safety and Welfare
Yes
Hours
1.0
Learning Outcomes
1) Understand how including structural soil in design can reduce the need for drainage infrastructure.

2) Learn about the environmental benefits that structural soil has, including the reduction of heat island effect and pollutants.

3) Learn about the ways in which structural soil improves tree vigor & prevents sidewalk failure in urban designs.
Instructors
Tim Shanahan
Course Codes
Provider
Minick Materials


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