Dr. John Ball: Arboriculture Expert and Safety Advocate
Dr. John Ball is a Professor at South Dakota State University specializing in arboriculture. He teaches courses, serves as the campus arborist, and conducts research on tree worker safety. As a TCIA Certified Tree Care Safety Professional (CTSP), TCIA Qualified Trainer, and ISA Board Certified Master Arborist (BCMA), Dr. Ball is committed to enhancing safety standards in the tree care industry. He also serves on the ANSI Safety Committee and is an Advanced EMT, bringing extensive expertise to his role in promoting tree worker safety.