Landscaper Gas Safety Tips

Landscaper Gas Safety Tips

Landscaper Gas Safety Tips

A wide range of landscaping equipment (e.g., mowers, trimmers and leaf blowers) is powered by gasoline. That’s why it’s crucial for employees to know how to properly manage this toxic, flammable form of fuel. After all, failure to store, transport or handle gasoline correctly could result in serious safety ramifications. Breathing in gasoline fumes can cause dizziness, nausea and disorientation, while gasoline fires can lead to severe burns and blisters. In the most severe cases, gasoline incidents can even result in death. Nevertheless, these concerns can be addressed with proper safeguards. You can help keep yourself and others safe when working with these landscaper gas safety tips at the job site by following these precautions.

Landscaper Gas Safety Tips

Selecting and Filling Gasoline Cans

First, it’s important to ensure that gasoline is kept in an approved gasoline can. Keeping gasoline in the wrong container increases the risk of the gasoline leaking or exploding from pressure over time.

Be sure to select a gasoline can that is made out of metal, holds 5 gallons or less and has a flame arrestor—which helps prevent sparks from traveling up the gasoline can’s nozzle. In addition, the gasoline can should be properly labeled with its contents. Never place anything other than gasoline in a labeled gasoline can.

Keep in mind that while plastic gasoline cans are common, they aren’t as safe as metal cans. Plastic cans will melt in the event of a fire, allowing the gasoline inside the can to escape and contribute to the spread of the flames.

When it’s time to fill your gasoline can, follow these landscaper gas safety steps:

  • Fill the can outdoors, on level ground and away from any ignition sources. Never fill a gasoline can inside a vehicle, as doing so could create a buildup of static electricity and set the gasoline can on fire.
  • Touch the can to the gasoline dispenser nozzle before removing the can lid. This will help reduce the risk of a static spark occurring during filling, which could ignite the gasoline in the can.
  • Keep the gasoline dispenser nozzle in close contact with the can inlet during filling—this practice will also help lower the risk of a static spark taking place.
  • If you spill any gasoline while filling, clean it up immediately. Bring extra work clothing to the job site in case you spill gasoline on yourself and need to change.
  • Because gasoline expands, it’s important to never fill the gasoline can above its maximum fill line. An overly full gasoline can is at greater risk of leaking or exploding.
  • When you are finished filling, replace the gasoline can lid and tighten it securely.

Transporting Gasoline Cans

When transporting gasoline cans, make sure you do so in a way that limits the spread of toxic gasoline fumes throughout the vehicle. Both full and empty gasoline cans should be placed far away from any passengers and the driver. The safest areas to place gasoline cans are within the vehicle bed or on a roof rack, if applicable. In any scenario, be sure to keep the cans secured in an upright position to avoid spills during transport.

Landscaper Gasoline Safety Tips and The Refueling Process

When refueling equipment with gasoline, follow these precautions:

  • Refuel the equipment outdoors, on level ground and away from any ignition sources. Allow the equipment’s engine to cool before you refuel, and loosen the fuel cap slowly to relieve pressure in the tank.
  • Remember to touch the gasoline can’s nozzle to the tank before removing the fuel cap to avoid a static spark from igniting the gasoline.
  • Keep the gasoline can’s nozzle in close contact with the tank to prevent spills. If you spill any gasoline, clean it up immediately. If you spill gasoline on yourself, change into your spare work clothing.
  • Pay close attention when filling the fuel tank—avoid overfilling it. When you are finished filling the tank, replace the fuel cap and tighten it securely.

Storing Gasoline Cans

When you are finished using gasoline, it’s vital to store it safely. Even though landscaping tasks can often require you to move between job sites, be sure to establish a secure location for storing gasoline cans. Although it might be tempting, you should never store gasoline cans—full or empty—in a vehicle. The best place to store gasoline cans is in a flammable liquid storage cabinet. Such a cabinet should be made of nonreactive metal, be able to remain at room temperature and be clearly labeled as a safe gasoline storage area.

Never block a flammable liquid storage cabinet’s doors, and avoid storing any items on top of the cabinet. Keep any sources of ignition and electronics at a safe distance from the cabinet. If you are ever unsure of where to store gasoline cans at work, consult your supervisor.

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Transporting Landscape Equipment

Transporting Landscape Equipment

Transporting Landscape Equipment

Many landscaping tasks require the transportation of equipment and tools between job sites. As such, it’s important to secure these loads before transporting them to prevent safety incidents. After all, failure to properly secure a load could cause the equipment to shift or even fall off of the vehicle and onto the road during transportation. This could result in damaged equipment, hefty traffic fines and severe injury (or even death) to employees, other motorists or pedestrians. Whether you’re transporting landscape equipment just down the street or for an extended distance, be sure to follow this load securement guidance to keep yourself, the equipment being transported and others safe on the road.

Transporting Equipment

Transporting Landscape Equipment: Use the Correct Equipment

First, it’s crucial that you have the correct vehicle, systems and equipment in place to effectively secure a load. This includes:

  • The right vehicle—Only use a vehicle that is capable of transporting landscaping equipment—such as a cargo van, pickup truck or trailer. If you are unsure whether a company vehicle can be used for transporting loads, ask your supervisor.
  • A securement system—Such a system consists of a group of individual parts that work together to support and secure a load. Common securement system parts include decks, headboards, bulkheads, stakes, posts and anchor points.
  • Securing devices—These devices are designed to help hold a load in place during transportation. Securing devices can include webbing, strapping, bracing, blocking, chains, ropes, binders, shackles, clamps, latches, hooks and friction mats.
  • Tie-downs—Such items are a combination of securing devices that form an assembly that attaches to anchor points to restrain loads during transportation.
Transporting Equipment

Conduct Thorough Inspections

Apart from having the correct equipment, it’s vital to inspect this equipment and the load itself to ensure that safe and effective securement is possible. Utilize the following inspection tips:

  • Make sure that the vehicle, securement system, securing devices, tie-downs and equipment in the load itself are fully cleaned and don’t contain any excess debris (e.g., dirt, rocks or grass).
  • Ensure that the vehicle is in good condition, paying special attention to the fluid levels, brakes, seat belts, steering wheels and tires. Never use a vehicle in poor condition.
  • Analyze the securement system, securing devices and tie-downs for missing components, weakened parts or sections, signs of distress (e.g., stretches, cracks or frays) or other potential damages. Never use damaged equipment.
  • Review the size, dimensions and weight of the equipment in your load. Ensure that these measurements don’t exceed the vehicle’s maximum capacity or any part of the securement system’s working load limit (WLL). Each component of the securement system should include a WLL from the manufacturer.
  • Ensure that you are using an adequate securement system, suitable securing devices and the required number of tie-downs to effectively restrain the load.
  • Keep in mind that some large equipment might require oversized or overweight transportation permits. The standards for these permits can vary between states. Consult your supervisor to determine whether any part of the load requires a specialized permit.

Transporting Landscape Equipment: Contain, Immobilize and Secure the Load

Once you have inspected your equipment and confirmed that the load is a suitable size and weight for the vehicle being used, it’s time to secure the load. Follow these steps:

  • Before loading begins, be sure that the vehicle being used for transportation has the parking brake engaged. This will keep the vehicle from rolling away during the loading process.
  • Utilize a securement system plan that suits the unique characteristics of the load. This plan should properly distribute the weight of the load throughout the vehicle and be able to withstand a minimum amount of force in each direction.
  • Make sure that the setup of the securement system, securing devices, tie-downs and equipment in the load itself won’t compromise the safety of the driver or any vehicle passengers. Specifically, ensure that the setup won’t block the driver’s view, prevent the driver from freely moving their legs or arms, restrict the driver from accessing emergency materials (e.g., a first-aid kit or toolbox) or keep the driver and any passengers from being able to safely exit the vehicle.
  • Take extra precaution when securing articulated landscaping equipment or any other form of equipment that is more likely to shift during transportation (e.g., equipment with wheels). Be sure to utilize extra securing devices (e.g., straps and wheel blocks) to further immobilize the equipment. This is especially important for equipment that has attached accessories.

Ensure Compliance Lastly, make sure that all load securement procedures are compliant with any applicable federal, state and local laws. Remember to review both the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements and your specific state’s DOT regulations regarding load securement. Consult your supervisor with any compliance concerns.

In Conclusion

Keep in mind that this article is just a brief overview of load securement safety. Be sure to review additional resources and talk to your supervisor you have any further questions regarding load securement.

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Preventing and Responding to Landscapers Hypothermia

Preventing and Responding to Landscapers Hypothermia

Preventing and Responding to Landscapers Hypothermia

Working outdoors in the winter can expose you to dangerously low temperatures. This cold weather can heighten your risk of experiencing a variety of complications—such as hypothermia. It’s important to review how Preventing and Responding to Landscapers Hypothermia for your team.

That’s why it’s crucial to utilize proper safety measures while you work in frigid temperatures. Review the following guidance to learn more about what hypothermia is, how to prevent it and what to do in the event that a co-worker develops any symptoms.

What Is Hypothermia?

Hypothermia can occur when your body’s core temperature falls below 95 degrees Fahrenheit. This condition is typically caused by exposure to extreme cold, but can also happen after getting drenched by rain or submerged in frigid water. Common symptoms of hypothermia include:

  • Shivering
  • Drowsiness and exhaustion
  • Confusion
  • Shallow breathing
  • Slurred speech
  • Loss of coordination
  • Unconsciousness

If left ignored or improperly treated, hypothermia can be fatal.

Preventing and Responding to Landscapers Hypothermia

Implement the following safety precautions to help prevent hypothermia on the job:

  • Always check the weather before working outdoors to properly prepare yourself. Try to limit your time outside if weather conditions are extremely cold, wet or windy.
  • Wear several breathable, yet protective layers of clothing while you work. This includes an inner layer to keep sweat away from the skin (lightweight wool), a middle layer to warm the body (fleece or microfiber insulation) and an outer layer that will repel wind, snow and rain (polyester or nylon). In addition to these layers, make sure you bundle up with:
  • A hat that covers your head and ears
    • A scarf or neck warmer
    • Mittens (rather than gloves)
    • Thick, wool socks
    • Waterproof boots that will keep your feet properly insulated
  • Be sure to eat healthy foods that are rich in carbohydrates and protein prior to working in the cold to help fuel your body. Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water before, during and after your shift.
  • If you start developing any early symptoms of hypothermia (e.g., shivering and drowsiness), tell your supervisor and go indoors to warm up. If your condition doesn’t improve, seek medical attention.

Responding to Hypothermia

In the event that a co-worker starts showing signs of hypothermia, follow these steps:

  • Move the individual out of the cold and inform your supervisor immediately. If the individual is unresponsive or not breathing, call 911. Provide CPR if needed (as long as you are certified to do so).
  • Remove any wet clothing that the individual is wearing. Provide them with warm clothing and blankets for insulation.
  • Keep the individual close to a heat source, such as a space heater or fireplace.
  • Be gentle with the individual—never rub or massage their skin in an attempt to warm them up, as this could trigger cardiac arrest.
  • If the individual is awake and alert, give them a warm (but not hot) beverage. Avoid offering them coffee or alcohol.

Keep in mind that these steps are not a substitute for proper medical care. Unless the individual’s symptoms are extremely mild, it is recommended that they seek medical attention.

Safety First

Your safety is our first priority. Talk to your supervisor if you have any further questions on preventing or responding to hypothermia.

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Common Exposures for a Landscaping Contractor

Common Exposures for a Landscaping Contractor

Common Exposures for a Landscaping Contractor

A Landscaping contractor business can be a competitive and rewarding, and years of hard work can help landscapers establish a strong customer base and reputation. However, many landscaping business owners don’t realize how many exposures they must address to keep their landscape business operating smoothly.

Depending on the complexity of your landscaping contractor company, there are a number of exposures to consider, including risks related to property, worker injuries and even the environment. The list below provides an overview of these industry risks—helping you identify potential blind spots in your risk management and insurance programs.

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Landscaping Contractor Exposures Include:

Property—including your tools, equipment, supplies, signage and similar items—plays a key role for your organization. And, in the event of a loss caused by fires, theft or vandalism, your landscaping firm can suffer major financial damages. For instance, should a fire break out in your storage area, your firm could lose thousands of dollars worth of lawn care equipment in an instant. What’s more, a single incident can affect multiple aspects of your property, compounding costs and downtime for your business.

Landscapers depend on functioning equipment to service their customers effectively. In the face of an equipment breakdown (e.g., a lawnmower stops working), landscaping operations can experience business interruptions or even prolonged closures. Specifically, a business owner’s mowers, blowers, chainsaws and tillers all have the potential to break down, causing major disruptions that can impact your reputation and bottom line.

Depending on the services your landscaping firm provides, employees may be required to operate a vehicle on behalf of your business, creating automobile exposures in the process. While important for daily operations (e.g., driving from job site to job site or transporting tools), the use of a vehicle can lead to potential accidents and major insurance claims. What’s more, if you allow employees to use their own vehicles for work, standard commercial auto policies are often not enough.

As a landscaper, your work regularly involves the transport of equipment, tools and supplies to and from your worksite. As such, inland marine risks are vast, and any property that’s unique or valuable in transit, in your temporary care, stored at fixed (but movable) locations or used to transfer information represents major exposures. Specifically for landscaping companies, materials and tools in transit, mobile equipment (e.g., trimmers or weed whackers), and rented and leased equipment are all potential, costly losses following an incident.

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Any time one of your employees is injured on the job, your business could be subjected to expensive workers’ compensation claims. Common sources of on-the-job accidents for landscaping operations include cuts, heat exhaustion, slips, trips, falls, musculoskeletal injuries caused by repetitive tasks, sprains and strains. Normal, everyday tasks related to trimming hedges, laying sod and pushing equipment can all lead to accidents and, in turn, increased costs for your business.

During the course of their work, landscapers open themselves up to serious environmental liability. Specifically, pesticides, herbicides and other fertilizers have the potential to pollute the environment. Environmental incidents are particularly concerning for businesses because they can cause harm to the surrounding community, involve costly cleanup and often cause damage to a business’s reputation.

Crime can be a challenge for landscapers. Not only do they have to worry about expensive equipment and materials stored on the job site, but employee dishonesty is a primary concern as well. Your business can become the victim of crime in a variety of scenarios, including when making orders, billing customers and leaving job sites unattended.

For More Information

While the proper risk management practices can reduce certain exposures, no system is 100 percent effective in ensuring an incident-free workplace. As a result, it’s all the more crucial to work with a qualified insurance broker to not only assess you exposures, but secure the appropriate coverage as well. To learn more, contact GDI Insurance Agency, Inc. today.

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We are headquartered in Turlock, CA, with locations across the heart of California’s Central Valley, Northern California and beyond to provide a local feel to the solutions and services we provide our clients. We pride ourselves on exceeding our client’s expectations in every interaction to make sure that our client’s know how much we value and appreciate their business. Contact us today 1-209-634-2929 for your comprehensive landscape contractor insurance quote!

Top Risks For Landscaping Companies

Top Risks For Landscaping Companies

Top Risks For Landscaping Companies

Landscaping can be a competitive and rewarding field, and years of hard work can help organizations establish a strong customer base and reputation. However, many business owners don’t realize how many risks landscaping companies must address to keep their business operating smoothly. Depending on the complexity of your landscaping company, there are a number of exposures to consider, including risks related to property, worker injuries and even the environment. The list below provides an overview of these top risks for landscaping companies—helping you identify potential blind spots in your risk management and landscaping insurance programs.

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Risks for Landscaping Property

Property—including your tools, equipment, supplies, signage and similar items—plays a key role for your organization. And, in the event of a loss caused by fires, theft or vandalism, your landscaping firm can suffer major financial damages. For instance, should a fire break out in your storage area, your firm could lose thousands of dollars worth of lawn care equipment in an instant. What’s more, a single incident can affect multiple aspects of your property, compounding costs and downtime for your business.

Landscapers Equipment Breakdown

Landscapers depend on functioning equipment to service their customers effectively. In the face of an equipment breakdown (e.g., a lawnmower stops working), landscaping operations can experience business interruptions or even prolonged closures. Specifically, a business owner’s mowers, blowers, chainsaws and tillers all have the potential to break down, causing major disruptions that can impact your reputation and bottom line.

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Landscapers Automobile Risk

Depending on the services your landscaping firm provides, employees may be required to operate a vehicle on behalf of your business, creating automobile exposures in the process. While important for daily operations (e.g., driving from job site to job site or transporting tools), the use of a vehicle can lead to potential accidents and major insurance claims. What’s more, if you allow employees to use their own vehicles for work, standard commercial auto insurance policies are often not enough.

Inland Marine Risks

As a landscaper, your work regularly involves the transport of equipment, tools and supplies to and from your worksite. As such, inland marine risks are vast, and any property that’s unique or valuable in transit, in your temporary care, stored at fixed (but movable) locations or used to transfer information represents major exposures. Specifically for landscaping companies, materials and tools in transit, mobile equipment (e.g., trimmers or weed whackers), and rented and leased equipment are all potential, costly losses following an incident.

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Workers Compensation Insurance for Landscapers

Any time one of your employees is injured on the job, your business could be subjected to expensive workers’ compensation claims. Common sources of on-the-job accidents for landscaping operations include cuts, heat exhaustion, slips, trips, falls, musculoskeletal injuries caused by repetitive tasks, sprains and strains. Normal, everyday tasks related to trimming hedges, laying sod and pushing equipment can all lead to accidents and, in turn, increased costs for your business.

Environmental Liability Risks

During the course of their work, landscapers open themselves up to serious environmental liability. Specifically, pesticides, herbicides and other fertilizers have the potential to pollute the environment. Environmental incidents are particularly concerning for businesses because they can cause harm to the surrounding community, involve costly cleanup and often cause damage to a business’s reputation.

Crime and Landscapers

Crime can be a challenge for landscapers. Not only do they have to worry about expensive equipment and materials stored on the job site, but employee dishonesty is a primary concern as well. Your business can become the victim of crime in a variety of scenarios, including when making orders, billing customers and leaving job sites unattended.

Find Out More From GDI Insurance Agency, Inc.

While the proper risk management practices can reduce certain exposures, no system is 100 percent effective in ensuring an incident-free workplace. As a result, it’s all the more crucial to work with a qualified insurance broker to not only assess you exposures, but secure the appropriate coverage as well. To learn more, contact GDI Insurance Agency, Inc. today 209-634-2929.

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California’s Leader in Insurance and Risk Management

As one of the fastest growing agencies in California, GDI Insurance Agency, Inc. is able to provide its clients with the latest and greatest of what the insurance industry has to offer and much, much more.

We are headquartered in Turlock, CA, with locations across the heart of California’s Central Valley, Northern California and beyond to provide a local feel to the solutions and services we provide our clients. We pride ourselves on exceeding our client’s expectations in every interaction to make sure that our client’s know how much we value and appreciate their business. Contact us today 1-209-634-2929 for your comprehensive landscapers insurance quote!

Landscaping Employee Safety Plan

Landscaping Employee Safety Plan

Landscaping Employee Safety Plan

As a Landscaping Business Owner you recognize that employees drive a lot of your business. Employees should be safeguarded through training, work surroundings and procedures that foster protection of health and safety. Implementing your Landscaping Employee Safety Manual and committing to these landscaping employee safety tips can prevent many workplace accidents. GDI Insurance Agency, Inc. is your landscape insurance specialist. Give us a call today 209-634-2929 for your free quote.

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Commitment To Landscaping Employee Safety

Being firmly committed to the safety of your employees is essential for landscape business owners. By implementing processes that prevent workplace incidents will provide a safe working environment for all employees.

Be sure to encourage your employees to report any unsafe work practices or safety hazards encountered on the job. All accidents or incidents, no mater how slight, should be immediately reported to the supervisor on duty.

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Landscaping Employee Safety Agreement

  1. All accidents are preventable through implementation of effective safety and health control policies and programs.
  2. Safety and health controls are a major part of our work every day.
  3. Accident prevention is good business. It minimizes human suffering, promotes better working conditions for everyone, holds  in higher regard with customers and increases productivity.
  4. Management is responsible for providing the safest possible workplace for employees. Consequently, management of  is committed to allocating and providing all of the resources needed to promote and effectively implement this safety policy.
  5. Employees are responsible for following safe work practices and company rules, and for preventing accidents and injuries. Management will establish lines of communication to solicit and receive comments, information, suggestions and assistance from employees where safety and health are concerned.
  6. Management and supervisors of  will set an exemplary example with good attitudes and strong commitment to safety and health in the workplace. Toward this end, management must monitor company safety and health performance, working environment and conditions to ensure that program objectives are achieved.
  7. Our safety program applies to all employees and persons affected or associated in any way by the scope of this business. Everyone’s goal must be to constantly improve safety awareness and to prevent accidents and injuries.
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Landscaping Employee Safety Responsibilities

The primary responsibility of  employees is to perform their duties in a safe manner in order to prevent injury to themselves and others.

As a condition of employment, employees MUST become familiar with, observe and obey ’s rules and established policies for health, safety and preventing injuries while at work. Additionally, employees MUST learn the approved safe practices and procedures that apply to their work.

Before beginning special work or new assignments, an employee should review applicable and appropriate safety rules.

If an employee has any questions about how a task should be done safely, they are under instruction NOT to begin the task until they discuss the situation with their supervisor. Together, they will determine the safe way to do the job.

If, after discussing a safety situation with their supervisor, an employee still has questions or concerns, they are required to contact the Safety Coordinator.

NO EMPLOYEE IS EVER REQUIRED to perform work that they believe is unsafe or that they think is likely to cause injury or a health risk to themselves or others.

General Landscaping Employee Safety Rules

Conduct

Horseplay and practical jokes are forbidden. Employees are required to work in an injury-free manner displaying accepted levels of behavior. Conduct that places the employee or others at risk, or which threatens or intimidates others, is forbidden.

Drugs and Alcohol

Use and/or possession of illegal drugs or alcohol on company property or on company time is forbidden. Reporting for work while under the influence of illegal drugs or alcohol is forbidden.

Housekeeping

You are responsible for keeping your work area clean and safe. Clean up several times throughout the day, disposing of trash and waste in approved containers, wiping up any drips/spills immediately and putting equipment and tools away as you are finished with them.

The following areas must remain clear of obstructions:

  • Aisles/exits
  • Fire extinguishers and emergency equipment
  • All electrical breakers, controls and switches

Injury Reporting

All work-related injuries must be reported to your supervisor as soon as practicable.  Failure to report injuries can result in loss of Workers’ Compensation benefits.  After each medical appointment resulting from a work-related injury, you must contact your supervisor to discuss your progress. You must also give your supervisor any paperwork that you received at the appointment.

Providing Transitional Return to Work (light duty) jobs for persons injured at work. Transitional work is meant to allow the injured or ill employee to heal under a doctor’s care while remaining productive. Employees are required to return to work immediately upon release.

Off-site Safety

  • Employees are required to follow all standard safety and security procedures during off-site visits.
  • If your contact person does not advise you regarding safety hazards:
  • Note emergency exit location(s) when indoors.
  • Keep your eye on the path you are walking and avoid any tripping/slipping hazards. When on stairs maintain three-point contact (hand on rail and feet on stairs).
  • Look for features on a property that could present a unique hazard to the task at hand.

These rules are established to help you stay safe and injury free. Violation of the above rules, or conduct that does not meet minimum accepted work standards, may result in discipline, up to and including discharge. When working at a customer location, employees are required to follow the above rules, as well as all customer rules and procedures, and work in a manner that reflects positively on the company. Before operating any equipment at a customer location, permission must first be secured from the customer contact.

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California’s Leader in Insurance and Risk Management

As one of the fastest growing agencies in California, GDI Insurance Agency, Inc. is able to provide its clients with the latest and greatest of what the insurance industry has to offer and much, much more.

We are headquartered in Turlock, CA, with locations across the heart of California’s Central Valley, Northern California and beyond to provide a local feel to the solutions and services we provide our clients. We pride ourselves on exceeding our client’s expectations in every interaction to make sure that our client’s know how much we value and appreciate their business. Contact us today 1-209-634-2929 for your comprehensive Landscape contractor insurance quote!