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habitat restoration

The process of repairing and rehabilitating areas that suffered habitat destruction, alteration of seafloor or the threat of extinction of some animal and plant species. Habitat restoration also involves the mitigation of pollution, erosion, and deforestation. The restoration procedure to recreate biodiversity and an operating ecosystem requires knowledge on protection, management and re-establishment of species by returning biotic and abiotic factors to historical levels.

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reforestation

Methods for the recovery of deforested areas to reverse the destruction of forests and regreen an important number of hectares. Strategies as planting new trees, protecting ecosystems from destruction or sowing seeds are part of these reforestation methods.

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sustainable forest management

The stewardship and use of forest lands in a way and at a rate that maintains their productivity, biodiversity, regeneration capacity, vitality and their potential to fulfil now and in the future relevant ecological, economic and social functions at local, national and global levels and that does not cause damage to other ecosystems.

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tree preservation and conservation

Environmental requirements for tree preservation and conservation.

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environmental legislation

The environmental policies and legislation applicable in a certain domain.

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forest conservation

The practice of planting and maintaining forested areas for preserving and protecting forests and the environment.

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health, safety and hygiene legislation

The set of health, safety and hygiene standards and items of legislation applicable in a specific sector.

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pollution prevention

The processes used to prevent pollution: precautions to pollution of the environment, procedures to counter pollution and associated equipment, and possible measures to protect the environment.

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enforce park rules

Enforce environmental laws and rules related to forest management. Forest rangers enforce local, state and national regulations as applied to forest usage and wildlife conservation. They perform safety inspections on campsites and investigate complaints.

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oversee park land use

Supervise the development of the land, such as camping sites or places of interest. Oversee the management of natural lands of different types.

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assist forest visitors

Answer questions from campers, hikers and tourists. Provide directions.

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de-limb trees

De-limb trees ensuring that the quality is within specified limits with regard to health and safety regulations. Cut trees or parts of trees to clear the public access and electrical cables.

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develop forestry strategies

Build up forestry policies in order to enhance their sustainable management and to improve communication linked to forestry operations. These plans are meant to tackle issues regarding correlated environmental and societal changes.

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make decisions regarding forestry management

Decide on issues regarding various aspects concerning the management of natural resources such as forests and woodland areas.

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monitor forest health

Monitor forest health to make sure all necessary actions are taken by the forestry workers team.

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perform park safety inspections

Inspect the park or part of the park. Note and report problems like blocked trails and risks like overflowing rivers.

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perform search and rescue missions

Assist in fighting natural and civic disasters, such as forest fires, floods and road accidents. Conduct search-and-rescue missions.

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promote environmental awareness

Promote sustainability and raise awareness about the environmental impact of human and industrial activity based on the carbon footprints of business processes and other practices.

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write work-related reports

Compose work-related reports that support effective relationship management and a high standard of documentation and record keeping. Write and present results and conclusions in a clear and intelligible way so they are comprehensible to a non-expert audience.

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agroforestry

The application of land management systems and technologies that integrate trees and other woody perennials with traditional cropland farming in order to sustain agricultural production while ensuring the protection of the natural environment.

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animal hunting

The techniques, procedures and legislations concerning the hunting of animals such as wildlife and birds for the purpose of gaining food and animal products, recreation, trade and wildlife management.

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botany

The taxonomy or classification of plant life, phylogeny and evolution, anatomy and morphology, and physiology.

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business management principles

Principles governing business management methods such as strategy planning, methods of efficient production, people and resources coordination.

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care for the wildlife

Care for the wildlife, trees and plants of the forest and maintain it.

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analyse tree population

Collect information on tree populations in the forest. Look out for disease and insect destruction, mortality, and fire hazards.

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assist tree identification

Assist in the development and improvement of techniques for measuring and identifying trees. Obtain and use various sources of information to accurately identify and name trees, use tree characteristics to aid identification, identify tree species in all seasons.

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carry out routine maintenance of wood cutting machinery

Inspect, clean, service and maintain the power unit in accordance with manufacturer requirements and industry guidelines. Inspect components within the power unit and maintain cutting systems in accordance with manufacturer recommendations by using appropriate tools to replace damaged, missing or worn components. Report appropriately on any defects. Carry out routine operator maintenance by performing pre-start checks and setting the machine for the use of reassemble chainsaws and cutting systems to their functional or operational standards.

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conserve forests

Strive to conserve and restore forest structures, biodiversity and ecological functions.

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maintain plant health

Manage and support overall plant health. Practice sustainable gardening techniques and integrated pest management in gardens both outdoor and indoor.

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maintain plant soil nutrition

Manage and support overall soil nutrition. Practice sustainable gardening techniques and integrated pest management in gardens both outdoor and indoor.

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maintain the trails

Check trails and clear away brush from trails and roads when necessary. Inspect campsites and prepare the area for visitors.

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manage forest fires

Protect life, property and resources by preventing forest fires. Detect, control, restrict and suppress fires when they occur. Integrate knowledge of fire regimes, the effects of fire and the values at risk, the required level of forest protection, and costs of fire-related activities.

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provide first aid to animals

Administer emergency treatment to prevent deterioration of the condition, suffering and pain until veterinary assistance can be sought. Basic emergency treatment needs to be done by non-veterinarians prior to first-aid provided by a veterinarian. Non-veterinarians providing emergency treatment are expected to seek treatment by a veterinarian as soon as possible.

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Administer emergency treatment to prevent deterioration of the condition, suffering and pain until veterinary assistance can be sought.

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report pollution incidents

When an incident causes pollution, examine the extent of the damage and what the consequences could be and report it relevant institution following pollution reporting procedures.

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work independently in forestry services

Perform tasks individually in forestry services by taking decisions without help. Handle tasks and tackle with issues or problems without any outside assistance.

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build business relationships

Establish a positive, long-term relationship between organisations and interested third parties such as suppliers, distributors, shareholders and other stakeholders in order to inform them of the organisation and its objectives.

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communicate with customers

Respond to and communicate with customers in the most efficient and appropriate manner to enable them to access the desired products or services, or any other help they may require.

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communicate with others who are significant to service users

Actively involve others who are significant to service users, communicating with them appropriately and taking their roles into account.

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educate the public about wildlife

Speak with groups of adults and children to teach them how to enjoy the forest without harming it or themselves. Speak in schools or with specific youth groups if called upon. Develop and teach programs related to nature conservation.

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provide first aid

Administer cardiopulmonary resuscitation or first aid in order to provide help to a sick or injured person until they receive more complete medical treatment.

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speak different languages

Master foreign languages to be able to communicate in one or more foreign languages.

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