Basic processing steps in a typical softwood sawmill, including what occurs in the log yard, primary breakdown, secondary breakdown, sorting and planning.

How to effectively form a burn plan for prescribed burning including pre-burn preparations and a prescribed burn notification form.

A summary of some important properties of experimental panels made from particles of whole-tree chipped material, as well as panels made from hybrid mixtures.

Firebreaks, also known as fireguards, are one of the most important elements of a properly conducted prescribed fire.

The basic manufacturing steps of oriented strand board (OSB) and the properties as building material.

The steps, methods and timing for application of biosolids as a plant nutrient source.

A summary of some basic operating principles and safety aspects of using a chainsaw.

An explanation of the basics of kiln drying wood, a list of the most commonly used methods and drying schedules and defects.