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Davey 2012 Corporate Responsibility Report

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FUEL Investing in fuel efficient vehicles, route optimization technology and fuel cards allowed Davey to hold fuel consumption per worker hour flat during a period of significant sales growth and market expansion. Diesel Petrol Fuel Consumption (gallons/work hour) 0.35 0.30 0.25 0.20 2010 2011 2012 TRAINING Most of Davey's training and educational programs have been approved for ISA arborist recertification credits. In 2012, nearly 250,000 hours of training was provided to Davey employees, representing an investment of $4.2 million. 250,000 HOURS OF TRAINING WASTE According to industry estimates, in addition to saving trees, every ton of recycled paper uses 64% less energy, 50% less water and causes 74% less air pollution than the same quantity of paper from virgin wood pulp. Recycling wood waste represents a responsibility as well as an opportunity for alternative wood products. Wood Waste Generated (tons) all Davey 0 500,000 1,000,000 1,500,000 2010 2011 2012 Paper/Paperboard Recycling (lbs.) US HQ 0 20,000 30,000 40,000 2010 2011 2012 10,000 SAFETY Davey's Road to Zero Program is our commit- ment to a safe and productive workplace. All employees share safe work practices and are trained using the latest safety techniques, technology and professional support. OSHA Recordables Total Incident Rate Lost Time Case (LTC) Rate 2010 7.55 4.10 2011 6.21 3.55 2012 6.05 3.21 11

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