Keep heavy machinery away from trees. A temporary fence can help protect trees from bark wounds and root disturbance. Do not bury roots when grading. Even a foot of fill over root zones can cause large evergreen trees to die. Keep Heavy Equipment in Limited Areas.
Heavy equipment can compact soil, leading to increased runoff.
Cleared soil can be stripped of fertility and water holding ability. Limit heavy equipment to essential areas only. Recycle Debris Don't Dump Debris Over The Edge. Never dump debris over the edge of a slope or allow your heavy equipment operator to do so. Stumps and clearing debris can cause slope damage, smother important vegetation, and make access difficult in the future.