Training Schedule Fall 2008

Texas Sustainable Forestry Initiative^¨

Managed forests make a vital contribution to Texas and to the nation by providing economic, consumer, environmental and aesthetic benefits which are essential to our quality of life.

The forests of Texas are thriving, healthy and diverse thanks to forestry research and careful land management by thoughtful forest stewards, like loggers, foresters, tree farmers and others who practice sustainable forestry.

Texas Forestry Association, through its SFI Implementation Committee, promotes forest stewardship through logger training, landowner outreach and public awareness.

Demonstrating that you are part of an environmentally responsible organization can be a decisive advantage in today's competitive market.

Texas Pro Logger Requirements

Who should be Texas Pro Loggers? All logging contractors and foremen.

How do I become a Texas Pro Logger? The Texas Pro Logger program consists of the following five (5) core courses that a person must first attend in order to be classified as a Texas Pro Logger:

(1) Best Management Practices - 8 hours
(2) Silviculture, Wildlife, Wetlands & Endangered Species - 4 hours
(3) Safety Training - 4 hours*
(4) Aesthetics & Communications - 4 hours
(5) Business Management - 4 hours*

* Business Management and Safety will be offered online only, at professionallogger.com.

How often do I take the 5 core courses?

Only once, except Safety Training which must be taken every two years.

Should all loggers take Safety Training every two years? Yes. All logging contractors, foremen and logging employees should take Safety Training every two years.

Can I view my training record? Yes. Training records may be viewed at the Listing of Trained Individuals.

Is there a fee to take the workshops?

The following fees will be charged for EACH live workshop:

TFA/TLC members - $10

Non-TFA/TLC members - $35

Continuing Education

To maintain the Texas Pro Logger status a person must attend a minimum of six (6) hours of continuing education training each year and maintain a current Safety certificate. Check with Texas Forestry Association or the Texas Logging Council for a list of continuing education opportunities.