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Injury Prevention Resources for Forestry - Silviculture/Tree Planting
The following links list tools, publications, and other resources to help prevent the most common injuries and illnesses in the forestry industry. These resources may not meet all the requirements for health and safety in British Columbia. Please check the Workers Compensation Act, the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation, and related materials for specific WorkSafeBC requirements.
Standard Practices for Pesticide Applicators BK35 
This manual provides basic information upon which to build and implement a pesticide safety program. Topics covered include information on pesticides, classification of pesticides, and toxic effects. Other topics include choice of hazard controls; selection of personal protective equipment; transport and storage of pesticides; safe mixing, loading, and application practices; and emergency and maintenance procedures.
Source: WorkSafeBC 
(PDF 2.4 MB)
Preventing Tree Planting Injuries BK73
This booklet provides information on ways to prevent tree planting injuries by using good planting techniques, maintaining good physical fitness, and choosing an appropriate shovel.Source: WorkSafeBC
* PDF (469 KB)
* Also available in French
Updated: June 2006
Health and Safety Guideline for Silviculture Workers
This guideline is intended to establish minimum health and safety practices for workers involved in silviculture operations carried out in Alberta.Source: Alberta Human Resources and Employment
* PDF (89 KB)
Tree Planter
The Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety provides health and safety information for tree planters.Source: CCOHS (Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety)
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