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In the Field

In the Field

Tree planting is a highly demanding job that that will test your mental and physical endurance and resiliency.

The daily realities of working in this industry involve the use of specialized machinery, customized hand tools, and bush camp life.

Nutrition, hydration, pre-season training, and quick response to early signs of injury are the tools of success for long-term health.

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A Break Down of the Employment Standards Act and How it Relates to Silviculture Workers in BC

Jordan Tesluk

Being informed about the Employment Standards Act and Regulations can help workers navigate common workplace issues and concerns.

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Top 10 Tips For a Safe Trip to Work

Black Sheep United office@blacksheepunited.ca

Getting to a forestry worksite can involve driving long hours, new routes, and navigating logging roads. Getting there safely is essential.

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Preparing for the Unexpected: The Importance of Emergency Drills in Forestry

Jordan Tesluk

Successful rescue and evacuation of injured workers in forestry worksites require strong teamwork and careful preparation.

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Buckle Up because it's all about: Safety Audits

Jordan Tesluk

Understanding External Audits and Their Role in Ensuring a Safe Work Environment

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Can Hygiene & Bush Work Co-exist? Preventing Illness & Infection While Tree Planting

Jordan Tesluk

Warning: This article is not for the squeamish

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What is 'Life Administration' For Tree Planters?

Meg Webster

This piece is dedicated to my younger self, who would have benefited greatly from having more support and a bit more of a plan.

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An Essential Tool for All Pet Owners: Pet First Aid Kits

celine

Your pet first aid kit is a lifeline in a pet emergency.

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Tick Education For Dogs Owners

celine

Ticks are carriers of several harmful diseases, including Lyme disease, and can move easily from dogs to humans.

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Preventing & Treating Heat Stroke in Dogs

celine

Protecting our furry pals from heat stroke with education, prevention, awareness, and response.

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A Tree Planter's Life-Saving Hospital in Burundi

Zap

It was on a particularly sunny day that Jackson finally opened up to me about where he came from and why he was here. (Excerpt from Nahayo)

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These Are The Hands of The Tree Planters

Rita Leistner

Photographs by Rita Leistner / Stephen Bulger Gallery

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10 Powerful Conflict Resolution Practices

Meg Webster

We will not always agree with each other, and that is okay. Here are 10 practical tips for navigating conflict on, and off, the block.

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