Consider safety when leaving retention trees

Habitat Function Type of work
Forest
Living environment
Clear-cutting

In order to maintain biodiversity and ensure ecological coherence, forest management shall maintain the structural elements of habitats (e.g. trees from the previous felling period, old-growth trees and stumps, flatwoods, hardwoods, hollow trees, trees with burn marks, shrub species and species of trees that are not very common in the forest), also taking into account their potential impact on forest health, timber quality, ecosystem condition and human safety.

Description of the action

When leaving retention trees, consider work safety, future movement safety in nature, and safety for neighboring areas (corridors, roads, drainage ditches, buildings), as well as forest regeneration. Stumps can be created through topping, especially near corridors, roads, and buildings.

Why?

Retention trees provide habitats for multiple species and improve landscape aesthetics. Dangerous trees should not be left as retention trees (e.g., leaning trees or trees with hanging tops). Additionally, retention trees should not be placed closer to power lines, roads, or buildings than their height, as falling trees may cause damage. In narrow logging sites, trees should be topped to reduce risk to neighboring areas.