Description
Forest workers carry out a variety of jobs to care for and manage trees, woodland areas and forests. Their activities include planting, trimming, thinning and felling trees and protecting them from pests, diseases and damage.
EssentialOptional
Theoretical Knowledge
Practical Skills
operate forestry equipmentsafeguard biodiversityperform pest controlnurse treesperform weed control operationsexecute disease and pest control activitiesplant green plantsassist tree identificationde-limb treesmaintain forestry equipmentput up signscarry out aerial tree riggingassist forest survey crewwork independently in forestry servicesbuild fencesplant treesspray pesticidesmanage forest firesclimb treesperform tree thinningact with a high level of safety awarenessmaintain the trailscontrol tree diseasesdevelop forestry strategiespay attention to safety while performing forestry operationshandle forest productsmaintain camping facilitiesadapt to changes in forestryreport pollution incidentsmake decisions regarding forestry management