Only operators who have successfully completed safety training should be employed. Hanging trees and partially cut trees pose an ongoing danger and must be removed. Woodlot owners should maintain and, where possible, enhance the biological diversity of the woodlot. Any major changes will adversely affect some species, while benefiting others. Management practices, such as cutting and selective planting, can maintain, enhance and rehabilitate the species found in the forest.
Wildlife is an essential part of the landscape.
Woodlot managers and owners should keep the needs of wildlife populations in mind when managing woodlots. For example, snag trees provide habitat and shelter for many bird and mammal species. Trees should be left to enhance wildlife habitat in the forest, provided that they do not pose a safety hazard. The introduction of aggressive exotic species should not be encouraged. Tree species such as Scots pine and European buckthorn compete against native species and create single species stands that are detrimental to wildlife and commercial tree species.