Roadside and Right-of-Way Vegetation Management

Earn pesticide credits in the right-of-way category while learning the latest techniques for managing vegetation along highways, byways, and rights-of-way.

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Course Details

Course Name: Roadside and Right-of-Way Vegetation Management
Course Code: AL0405WA23
Date of Most Recent Offering: March 23, 2023

Date: TBD
Time: TBD

Location: Online
Format: Live, instructor-led

Registration Fee: TBD
Early Bird Discount: TBD

Registration Closes: TBD

Paying with a check, money order, or purchase order?
Payments should be made out to: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
Checks and money orders should be mailed to: Office of Continuing Professional Education, Attn: Registration Dept., 102 Ryders Ln, New Brunswick, NJ 08901-8519
Purchase Orders can be mailed to the address above or electronically sent to registration@njaes.rutgers.edu.

Course Overview

This half-day class focuses exclusively on the challenges of managing vegetation along highways, byways, and rights-of-way.

  • DOT Roadside Applications in Vegetation Management
  • Pesticide Storage and Spills: Minimizing Risk
  • Calibrating a Back-Pack Sprayer
  • And More!

Who Should Attend?

This class is a great source of information for anyone who manages roadside vegetation. Past participants have included:

  • Building and Grounds Professionals
  • Commercial Applicators
  • Department of Public Works Employees
  • Equipment Operators
  • Landscapers
  • Municipal Foresters
  • NJDOT Employees
  • Parks Maintenance Workers
  • Registered Environmental Health Specialists (REHS)
  • Road Supervisors
  • Tree Climbers
  • Tree Maintenance Workers

Meet Your Instructors

Joe Clark, Rutgers University

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Joe Clark is the Research Farm Supervisor for the Horticultural Research Farm II at Rutgers. As such, he manages the operations of the farm, including research schedules, irrigation, and equipment. In addition to earning a BS in Environmental Planning, Landscape Industries from Rutgers University, Joe has also received technical training from Toro Factory Service School, Toro Grounds Master School, Bernhard Reel Grinding Seminars, Kohler Small Engine Service School, and Briggs & Stratton Small Engine Service.

Pat Hastings, Rutgers University

Bio coming soon!

Bryan Rose, Forester, Vegetation Management Specialist at Arborchem

Bio coming soon!

Rich Wolowicz, Arborist, Richview Consulting

Bio coming soon!

Student Reviews

“Covered a wide range of ROW topics”

– Past Participant

“Well put together and I always look forward to coming every year.”

– Past Participant

“Every speaker was knowledgeable and made learning/listening to very easy. Thank you!”

– Past Participant

Continuing Education Credits

The most recent offering of Roadside and Right-of-Way Vegetation Management was approved for the following credits from professional organizations. We will reapply for similar credits the next time the course runs, but we cannot guarantee credit approval for future offerings.

The Roadside and Right-of-Way Vegetation Management course is approved for the following credits from professional organizations.

State of New Jersey map iconNew Jersey

NJ / CT Pesticide Applicators: 2 units in CORE; 4 units in 6B
*Please check the NJDEP’s updated policy regarding earning pesticide credits from online courses: https://www.nj.gov/dep/enforcement/pcp/bpo.htm

NJ Certified Public Works Managers (CPWM): 1 Government and 3.5 Technical CEUs (DLGS Course #16398)

NJ Licensed Tree Experts (LTE/LTCO): 4 CEUs

NJ Urban and Community Forestry (NJUCF): Pending

State of Pennsylvania map iconPennsylvania

PA Pesticide Applicators: Pending

World map icon International

International Society of Arboriculture (ISA): Pending

DE, NY, MD, and MA Pesticide Applicators: If you need pesticide credits in these states, you must register and notify Joe Canzano at least 45 days before the course start date. Call 848-932-7317 or send an email to joe.canzano@rutgers.edu.

Course Requirements and Policies

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This course will be delivered via Zoom. Registration will close on March 21, 2023. On March 22, you will receive an email with a link and instruction explaining how to access the course. On March 23, please log in to Zoom 30 minutes before the course start time for a brief overview of the online format. The course will start promptly at 8:30 am EDT.

Equipment you will need to access this training:

  • A computer, tablet, or smartphone
  • Microphone is necessary if you’d like to ask questions
  • Webcam is optional but not necessary
  • Speaker is optional but not necessary (you will be able to listen to the presentation by dialing in on your phone if your computer does not have a speaker)

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A unique email address is required for each registrant to register and access our courses.

  • If this is your first time registering with us, please provide your own unique email address when registering; do not provide an email address that you share with co-workers.
  • If you have previously taken classes with us and have used an email address that you share with your co-workers or supervisor, your account must be updated with a unique email address. To do this, please send an email to us at registration@njaes.rutgers.edu stating that your email address needs to be changed and include:
    • Your full name
    • The shared email address that needs to be changed
    • Your unique email address
    • A phone number where you can be reached if we have any questions

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Each registrant will be asked provide a photo of him/herself holding their government-issued photo ID. This is required by credit boards so that you may receive credits for participating in this online course.

  • You will receive a reminder email prior to the start of the class with further instructions. Wait to receive these instructions before you attempt to upload your ID.
  • The photo must be clear enough that we can read your name and verify that the person pictured on the ID is in fact the person holding it.
  • After an OCPE staff member reviews the picture and verifies your identity, you will have access to participate in the course when it begins.

x icon with circle around itCancellations and Substitutions

A $35 cancellation fee applies for this course. Substitutions are permitted. View our cancellation policy.

Attention U.S. Veterans

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This course is approved by the New Jersey State Approving Agency for Veterans Training for educational benefits through the GI Bill®. Learn more.

GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government website at http://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill.

Program Questions? We’re Here to Help!

If you have any questions about Roadside and Right-of-Way Vegetation Management, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us.

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Program Coordinator: Joe Canzano
848-932-7317
joe.canzano@rutgers.edu

For registration assistance, please contact our Registration Department at 848-932-9271, option 2 or email registration@njaes.rutgers.edu.

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