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Wisconsin Master Logger Certification
Reinventing a Profession
   
 
 
"The purpose of this program is not just to recognize
 
a higher logging standard, but to also gain recognition
 
and incentives for those efforts from both primary
wood using industries and landowners."

Seven Areas of Responsibility


The Wisconsin Master Logger Certification Program includes Seven Areas of Responsibility, with standards and practices included in each area. The Seven Areas of Responsibility include: 

  1. Protection of water quality and soils
  2. Compliance with government regulations appropriate to a logging business
  3. Conformance with acceptable silviculture and utilization standards
  4. Participation in ongoing training programs
  5. Application of aesthetic management techniques where applicable
  6. Following management plans that are site specific and agreed to by the landowner
  7. Use of sound business management practices

Eligibility Requirements

  • Own a logging business*
  • Be an independent contractor
  • Own or operate in-woods harvesting equipment

 

*A sole proprietorship, a partnership, or a corporation that purchases stumpage
and/or controls the on-site timber harvesting operation.