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MEMO – Guidance On Cornstarch-Based Flagging

March 10, 2023

Dear Contractors, The Ministry of Forests Plastics Working Group is recommending planting contractors hold back from any major purchases of cornstarch flagging dropped to mark seedlings until further research of the product is completed. Preliminary testing, so far, indicates the bioplastic fabric does not break down readily when exposed to ambient temperatures and sunlight or …  Read more

Preseason Bulletin – Seasonal Workers and Communicable Illness

March 10, 2023

Despite the recent snow, we are quickly approaching the start of another season for tree planting, brushing, and other seasonal operations. To protect the health of workers and consistency in operations, it remains important that employees do not come to work while sick. There are several key changes this year that will shape how employers …  Read more

Access Management Survey for Silviculture Crews

March 10, 2023

For decades, silviculture contractors have found that road access to their worksites has often been deactivated, rehabilitated, or closed after harvesting. This has prevented safe and ready access to worksites for crew, materials, and emergency vehicles. Because of safety concerns about this practice the BC SAFE Forestry Program is surveying the extent, frequency, and types …  Read more

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