Forestry Unit 8 Part 2

All of the following are examples of protective gear EXCEPT

• hard hats

• visibility vests

• steel-toed boots

• a required uniform

Which of the following can require a specialized license to operate?

• Machinery for shredding branches

• Pickup trucks owned by a business

• Chainsaws and other types of saws

• Equipment like cranes and excavators

Research into an expensive piece of forestry equipment should include all of the following EXCEPT

• the cost to maintain it

• the different colors available

• how much labor the machine will save

• how the purchase price compares with the price of similar models

Which of the following can lead to a deficit?

• A lack of supplies

• More expenses than revenue

• Good communication

• Strictly sticking to a sound budget

Which of the following is true about budgets for government forestry agencies?

• There are no extra funds for natural disasters

• They need to make a profit to keep parks running

• Each agency gets to decide how much money it wants for the year

• They are given an allocated amount and need to make it last the year

A government agency would likely spend most of its budget on which of the following?

• Rent

• Salaries

• Retail items

• Heavy equipment

Why is bringing in experts so important in forestry?

• Emergencies are common

• Experts can be difficult to locate

• Problems are complex and impact many areas

• Those without a higher education will have little information

What is the purpose of best management practices?

• To ensure all employees are treated well

• To challenge existing laws and regulations

• To establish the most effective methods in forestry

• To give those in management experience before they take a job

In forestry, considering others' perspectives should include all of the following EXCEPT

• government regulations

• impact on the environment

• advice of experts in the field

• individuals' tastes or preferences

Why is it important for leaders to see strengths in others?

• Very few people know their own strengths

• If others look good, they will like the leader

• It creates confidence and builds relationships

• It is important that leaders delegate as much as possible