Elements and Performance Criteria
- Prepare for selection process
- Determine tree distribution, characteristics and selection method from work order and where required check with appropriate personnel
- Identify and follow site environmental protection practices and associated regulatory compliance requirements.
- Determine existing and potential site hazards and assess associated risks in line with organisational procedures.
- Select appropriate personal protective and other equipment and check for operational effectiveness.
- Select and mark trees for tending
- Locate forest area for tree selection in line with work order.
- Designate trees for particular tending treatments according to designated work order method, site procedures and environmental regulations.
- Mark or re-mark trees using appropriate marking method and equipment.
- Make recommendations for further tree selection to appropriate personnel.