Wildfires in Pennsylvania represent a threat to safety, forest resources, logging capital, and human infrastructure. Nearly all wildfires are caused by people. While logging operations are not frequently a major source of wildfire in our state, fires do occur on timber harvesting job sites and have the potential to expand into larger fire incidents. Participants attending this class will learn wildland fire prevention with proper machine maintenance and job site BMPs to prevent loss from fire. We will discuss weather and other signs to watch out for during increased fire danger months. What to do if a wildfire does occur on your job site, who should you report it to, what to report, fire containment and control measures with hand tools and heavy equipment on site, and how to work with first responders.

Meeting Location:
DCNR Tioga State Forest office
One Nessmuk Lane
Wellsboro, PA 16901
(570) 724-2868

Instructor:
Ben Livelsberger (717) 783-3322

What to Bring:
You will not need to bring anything for this training, however, bring your lunch as the class does go through lunchtime.