Perform tree thinning

Remove some trees from a stand in order to improve tree health, timber value and production.

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skill/competence

sector-specific

Perform tree thinning is an essential skill of the following occupations:

Forest worker: Forest workers carry out a variety of jobs to care for and manage trees, woodland areas and forests. Their activities include include planting, trimming, thinning and felling trees and protecting them from pests, diseases and damage.
Arboriculturist: Arboriculturists carry out specialised tasks related to observation, health and maintenance of trees.
Tree surgeon: Tree surgeons maintain trees. They use heavy machinery to prune and cut trees. Tree surgeons are often required to climb the trees to perform maintenance.
Forestry technician: Forestry technicians assist and support the forest manager and implement their decisions. They supervise a team of forestry equipment operators and support and supervise forestry and environmental protection through research and data collection. They also manage resource conservation and harvesting plans.

Perform tree thinning is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this skill may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.

References

1. Perform tree thinning – ESCO