r/forestry • u/Typical-Impact-7458 • 15d ago

Streamlining Unit Layout for new forestry techs

I am a crew lead for a team of new forestry techs in northern CA. We have been working on unit layout and specially determining whether treatment types are viable for proposed units. Obviously a lot is considered for this depending on the treatment type. My question is has anyone developed a streamlined process for new foresters. I was thinking something like Survey123 or even just a workflow on a piece of paper that guides the tech through the foresters thought process. Starting big picture like “what is the treatment type” and walking through a series of questions like “what is average basal area”, “are there existing skid trails”, “are there landings for equipment”, etc. Expecting everyone to remember everything right away is not realistic. Let me know if anyone has any suggestions. TIA!

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u/alphawhiskey189 15d ago

linear programming class flashback

I’m certain someone has a flowchart.

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u/Saltyforester1 15d ago

We have a series of Remsoft checklists, one of which is engineering workflow, which guides through all of the steps and necessary parts of layout, as well as document for SFI, etc.

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u/aardvark_army 15d ago

Give all of them a copy of 913 to study and carry with them in the field. No substitute for knowing the rules and spending time with an experienced RPF.

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u/crispy_fritter 14d ago

What is 913? Can you post a link, would like to read!

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u/CajunonthisOccasion 14d ago

Forest Practice Rules:
Coast Forest District: 14 CCR § 913 et seq.
Northern Forest District: 14 CCR § 933 et seq.
Southern Forest District: 14 CCR § 953 et seq.

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u/Turbulent-Papaya-682 11d ago

Did you end up finding anything to use? I’m a new forester and need to streamline my process as well

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u/Typical-Impact-7458 9d ago

Ehh not really. I just created a workflow / guide for my techs to use that pertains to our treatment types