Challenges and Safety in Logging Operations

Rygaard Logging is working on a large project in Washington's Olympic Peninsula, facing challenges like equipment breakdowns and safety risks. The crew aims to log six loads a day to make the project profitable. They encounter operational difficulties, including a steep landing and narrow logging roads. Safety is a major concern, especially when handling heavy, slippery logs. An incident occurs when logs slip, but the crew manages to avoid injuries. Despite challenges, they succeed in preparing multiple loads for the mill.

What is the main challenge Rygaard Logging faces at the start of their project?

• Lack of skilled workers

• Insufficient land area

• Weather conditions

• Equipment breakdowns and mistakes

What is Jason's goal for the logging operation?

• To reduce costs by 20%

• To log six loads a day

• To clear-cut 50 acres of land

• To log ten loads a day

What is the value of each Douglas fir tree being logged?

• $800

• $1000

• $1200

• $500

What makes the logging road particularly challenging for Craig and his team?

• The road is too dry

• The road is too flat

• The road is too narrow

• The road is too wide

What adds to the danger of handling the logs?

• The logs are dry and light

• The logs are small and manageable

• The logs are rain-soaked and slippery

• The logs are already at the mill

What happens when two logs slip from Craig's grasp?

• They are immediately retrieved

• They are safely caught by another worker

• They fly down the mountain like a torpedo

• They cause a major accident

How does the Rygaard crew feel after the logs slip?

• Relieved that no one was hurt

• Indifferent to the situation

• Excited about the challenge

• Angry at the equipment

What is Craig's main concern while handling the logs?

• The logs are too dry

• The logs might run down the hill

• The logs are too light

• The logs are already processed

What does the crew do to ensure safety during the operation?

• They rely on luck

• They ignore the risks

• They use a whistle to signal danger

• They work without any safety measures

What is the outcome of the day's work for the Rygaard crew?

• They prepare six to eight loads for the next day

• They lose all the logs

• They fail to prepare any loads

• They decide to stop the operation