Peter Knudsen

- Second year BC planter who has worked on a several contracts in the Interior with varying specifications.

- Familiar with aspect planting, and obstacle planting.

- Comfortable in all levels of site preparation

• Coordinated with supervisors and contractors to develop my skills as a planner
• Worked 10 hour days conducting surveys and layout in difficult coastal rainforest conditions
• Learned how to work safely around heavy machinery, operated power tools and assisted in bridge abutment construction

• Developed safety-first attitude towards all job activities, identified and mitigated hazards at worksite
• Conducted daily inspections of vehicles and equipment in compliance with company policies
• Completed silviculture surveys daily, working closely with other team members

• Learned how to work safely in extreme conditions and with hazardous materials
• Developed key communication skills for working effectively in potentially dangerous situations
• Actioned and extinguished escaped fires

• Actively involved in crew management, facilitated communication between co-workers and created daily work plans
• Developed strategies for working safely during hazardous conditions, such as high temperatures, and wildlife encounters

• Learned how self motivate and work efficiently in difficult terrain and weather conditions
• Formed a foundational knowledge of Silvicultural practices including proper microsites and tree spacing