SUSTAINABLE FOREST MANAGEMENT PLAN SKEENA BUSINESS AREA

SUSTAINABLE FOREST MANAGEMENT PLAN SKEENA BUSINESS AREA NORTH COAST, KALUM AND SKEENA-STIKINE OPERATIONS Approved: Norman H. Parry, Timber Sales Manager Date: September 5, 2007

Table of Contents 1 INTRODUCTION 3 1.1 Background 3 1.2 Scope.......3 2 LAND MANAGEMENT 2.1 Objective 1.....4 2.2 Objective 2......5 2.3 Objective 3.....6 2.4 Objective 4......7 2.5 Objective 5......8 2.6 Objective 6.....9 2.7 Objective 7.....10 3 WOOD PROCUREMENT 3.1 Objective 8...... 10 4 FORESTRY RESEARCH, SCIENCE and TECHNOLOGY 4.1 Objective 9...11 5 TRAINING and EDUCATION 5.1 Objective 10. 11 6 LEGAL and REGULATORY COMPLIANCE 6.1 Objective 11.12 7 PUBLIC and LANDOWNER INVOLVEMENT IN THE PRACTICE OF SUSTAINABLE FORESTRY 7.1 Objective 12.14 8 MANAGEMENT REVIEW AND CONTINUAL IMPROVEMENT 8.1 Objective 13.16 APPENDIX A Map Showing the Skeena Business Area APPENDIX B Combined SFI / EMS Roles & Responsibilities Matrix APPENDIX C Glossary of Terms and Acronyms APPENDIX D Draft Forms 2

1. Introduction BC Timber Sales, Skeena Business Area, is fully committed to responsible and sustainable forest management of the lands on which it conducts operations. This Sustainable Forestry Management Plan (SFMP) document describes how the Skeena Business Area will meet the objectives of the Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI) and its commitment to the performance measures contained in the objectives and the nine principles of the Sustainable Forestry Initiative Standard: Sustainable Forestry Responsible Practices Reforestation and Productive Capacity Forest Health and Productivity Long-Term Forest and Soil Productivity Protection of Water Resources Protection of Special Sites and Biological Diversity Legal Compliance Continual Improvement The ISO 14001(2004) Environmental Management System will provide mechanisms by which the SFMP will be successfully implemented monitored and measured. This document is designed to assist the Skeena Business Area in obtaining and maintaining certification to the SFI Standard. The Roles & Responsibilities Matrix, Appendix B, assigns job titles to the various performance measures and is to be used in conjunction with the text document. It identifies the positions that are responsible for ensuring that the Business Area (BA) meets its obligations with respect to the stated performance measures and indicators. 1.1 Background BC Timber Sales was established in 2003 as part of the BC Forest Service. Its mandate is to sell Crown timber at competitive prices to establish benchmarks for timber pricing in the Province. Approximately 92% of commercial timber production in British Columbia comes from public lands, also known as Crown lands. Forest management on these lands involves dealing with both government and the public. Processes such as land and resource management plans and local land use plans bring together interest groups to identify forest values and management objectives for a particular area. Operational plans then guide the implementation and this SFMP encompasses the broad objectives set out in those plans. The Sustainable Forestry Initiative Program provides objectives, performance measures and indicators that are used to measure success in determining achievement of the SFI Standard. This SFM Plan addresses those parameters and identifies Skeena Business Area programs, plans and activities that support them. The SFI Program is overseen by the Sustainable Forestry Board (SFB), an independent board that is responsible for 3

1. Introduction (Cont d.) maintaining and enhancing the SFI Standard certification procedures. The SFB has members from conservation and environmental organizations, regulatory agencies, professional forestry organizations, logging professionals and landowners. For more information on the Sustainable Forestry Initiative, visit the SFI website: http://www.sfiprogram.org/index.cfm 1.2 Scope The Skeena Business Area conducts operations in the North Coast, Kalum and Skeena- Stikine Forest Districts which includes the Kalum, Nass, North Coast, Kispiox, Cassiar (only those areas harvested by BCTS since 2003), and Cranberry Timber Supply Areas (TSA s), and portions of TFL 1 and TFL 41. A map showing these areas can be found in Appendix A. The administrative and management centre for the Skeena BA is located in Terrace, BC. A field office is located in Hazelton, BC. This SFMP applies to forest management operations conducted by the Skeena BA through agreements with our timber sale licensees and road and bridge contractors. 2. LAND MANAGEMENT 2.1 OBJECTIVE 1 To broaden the implementation of sustainable forestry by ensuring long-term harvest levels based on the use of the best scientific information available. Long term harvest levels are based on our apportionment of the allowable annual cut (AAC) determinations which are derived from the Timber Supply Review process in each management unit. These reviews are carried out periodically by the Ministry of Forests & Range (MOF&R) utilizing the most up-to-date forest management practices and forest inventory information available. process. The AAC is determined as a result of extensive analyses that consider a number of factors including growth and yield modeling, socio-economic factors, forest health factors and sustainable long term harvest levels. The AAC calculations also include assumptions around forest management activities such as planting, stand tending and other activities that enhance the long-term sustainability of the forest. These activities are tracked through entry into the GENUS and RESULTS data bases. BCTS contributes to the timber supply analysis through its participation in the Defined Forest Area Management (DFAM) 4

2. LAND MANAGEMENT (Cont d.) 2.1 OBJECTIVE 1 (Cont d.) Volume of timber harvested compared to the AAC is monitored through annual review of the Stumpage & Royalty receipts produced by the MOF&R Revenue Branch and is tracked on the Annual Comparison of Volume Harvested vs. Volume Allocated By Management Unit form. A copy of this form is included in Appendix D. 2.2 OBJECTIVE 2 To ensure long-term forest productivity and conservation of forest resources through prompt reforestation, soil conservation, afforestation and other measures. Skeena BA commits to reforesting all harvest areas in a manner consistent with the SFI Performance Measure of reforestation within 2 years of final harvest for artificial regeneration methods and within five years for natural regeneration methods. Relevant to this performance measure, the Skeena BA must comply with the applicable legal standards that are in place for regeneration timeframes as specified by the Chief Forester of B.C. and although these are consistent with the SFI standard, they differ in application as described following. Based on approved stocking standards contained in the Skeena BA Forest Stewardship Plans (FSP s), a reforestation prescription is written for all planned harvest blocks. This prescription forms part of the Silviculture Plan which supports the guiding Site Plan for all blocks, as prepared by a qualified registered professional forester. These stocking standards specify the preferred and acceptable species for the site and the time period to achieve adequate reforestation. This period, known as the regeneration delay period, must be consistent with the applicable legal standard and is measured from the point in time when harvesting commences, not at completion of harvest, as does the SFI standard of two years. Additionally, the applicable legal standard may exceed the SFI standard in specific and ecologically appropriate circumstances, such as an allowable time frame of 7 seven years when natural regeneration methods are considered appropriate. Regardless of these subtle differences between the SFI standard and the legal requirements that are applicable to BCTS, it is a commitment of the Skeena BA to reforest blocks as soon as possible following harvest and to maintain a consistent level of stocking to ensure long-term forest productivity. The continued viability of newly reforested areas is maintained by undertaking periodic surveys to assess treatment needs. These may include brushing and weeding and conifer release. These activities generally use manual methods. Although it is not currently in 5

2. LAND MANAGEMENT (Cont d.) 2.2 OBJECTIVE 2 (Cont d.) use, we will continue to consider chemical treatment as an option while striving to limit its use. All chemical applications will be done in conjunction with an approved Pest Management Plan. The Site Plan contains limits on soil disturbance that are allowable for permanent and temporary access to harvest areas and are communicated to licensees and contractors at the pre-work meeting. These limits are monitored through the Environmental Management Plan and are established to minimize detrimental soil disturbance thereby maintaining soil productivity. If these limits are exceeded, as identified through operational and final inspections, rehabilitation measures are undertaken to comply with the target disturbance levels. At the landscape level, soil conservation is managed by limiting the total amount of road required to support forest harvesting activities. This is accomplished through the development of total chance plans, access management plans and road deactivation and rehabilitation planning and practices that seek to minimize the amount of road required at any time. To protect its forests from damaging agents such as wildfire, pests and disease, Skeena BA, in conjunction with the MoF&R, has developed a Forest Health Strategy. This is used as guidance when selecting species for artificial reforestation. Seedlings are selected that are ecologically suitable for the site to promote both growth and vigor and reduce susceptibility to damaging agents. 2.3 OBJECTIVE 3 To protect water quality in streams, lakes and other water bodies. Skeena BA is committed to maintaining water quality through results and strategies identified in our Environmental Management System (EMS) and Forest Stewardship Plans. These plans are consistent with current provincial legislation and applicable higher level plans. Criteria for carrying out activities in and around streams, wetlands and riparian areas are addressed in the EMS and FSP s. Skeena BA also has a Heavy Rainfall Shutdown Guideline document as part of the EMS and this is provided to timber sale licensees and road & bridge contractors with the contract package and is reviewed during all pre-work conferences. Protection requirements for community watersheds, riparian areas, streams, lakes and other significant water bodies are identified and evaluated during operational planning 6

2. LAND MANAGEMENT (Cont d.) 2.3 OBJECTIVE 3 and are documented in Site Plans and Harvest Plans and associated maps. Riparian Reserve Zones and other significant water bodies are marked in the field using a consistent BA Marking Standard. The Environment Management System provides pre-work templates and checklists and these, in conjunction with the operational plan maps, form part of the TSL contract package. All of this information is reviewed during the pre-work conference and site inspections to avoid accidental encroachment. The overall condition of water bodies is observed during operational and post-operational inspections to ensure compliance with all relevant legislation. In areas where there are no governing regulations for ensuring water quality, e.g. using private land to access Crown timber, we enlist the services of qualified professionals to make assessments based on the proposed level of activity. 2.4 OBJECTIVE 4 To manage the quality and distribution of wildlife habitats and contribute to the conservation of biological diversity by developing and implementing stand and landscape level measures that promote habitat diversity and the conservation of forest plants and animals including aquatic fauna. At both the stand and landscape level, our operations are consistent with all relevant legislation dealing with wildlife habitats and biodiversity including applicable higher level plans. At the landscape level, habitats that are significant for biodiversity objectives are identified and mapped e.g. Old Growth Management Areas (OGMA) and Ungulate Winter Ranges (UWR) for moose and mountain goat. Landscape level targets are established for various attributes and we collaborate with other land managers to ensure consistency with these targets between adjacent management units. On the North Coast, Skeena BA operates under the principles of Ecosystem Based Management (EBM), a program committed to in 2005. This program is based on the principle of adaptive management. Skeena BA participates in EBM through participation in the Coast Forest Conservation Initiative and through the development and implementation of Best Management Practices (BMP s) for the management of wildlife, biodiversity, hydroriparian areas and other key values in our North Coast operations. 7

2. LAND MANAGEMENT (Cont d.) 2.4 OBJECTIVE 4 (Cont d.) At the stand level, field reconnaissance is carried out to determine the forest cover types to be managed and any identifiable wildlife habitats that may be of concern or require special management. For each block harvested, a designated percentage of trees must be retained as Wildlife Trees as specified in the FSP. These Wildlife Tree Patches (WTP s) must be identified and mapped to ensure their integrity over the long term. To ensure the protection of threatened or endangered species, Skeena BA has developed a Guide for Species of Management Concern that lists the critically imperiled, imperiled (conservation status rankings of G1, G2) and provincial red and blue listed plant and animal species located in and around our operating areas. This guide provides stand and landscape level management strategies designed to ensure their viability. These strategies are implemented by means of a Standard Operating Procedure for Species of Management Concern that is administered as part of the Skeena BA EMS. Relevant training in the identification of these species and application of these strategies is also provided to key staff, licensees and contractors. Within the North Coast and Kalum Forest District portions of the Skeena BA, the BC Ministry of Environment has established Wildlife Habitat Areas (WHA s) for the Coastal Tailed Frog. In addition, Ungulate Winter Ranges (UWR s) have been designated for mountain goat in the Kalum, Kispiox and Cranberry TSA s and for TFL s 1 and 41 within the Kalum Forest District. These areas are managed primarily for the species identified by the applicable orders and specific measures are applied to all forest development activities that may affect the area. The Skeena BA FSP s contain results and strategies that apply to other species or in other areas that have also been identified by the Ministry of Environment as requiring special management, pending the future designation of additional WHA s or UWR s (e.g grizzly bear, Marbled Murrelet, Queen Charlotte Goshawk, moose). 2.5 OBJECTIVE 5 To manage the visual impact of harvesting and other forest operations, Management units within the Skeena BA have known scenic areas with both established and recommended Visual Quality Objectives. Skeena BA is committed through our FSP s to manage for visual quality to a level that meets or exceeds the applicable local or provincial standard. Visual Impact Assessments are used as a tool to achieve this. To minimize the visual impact of cut blocks on the landscape, maximum block sizes have been established in the 8

2. LAND MANAGEMENT (Cont d.) 2.5 OBJECTIVE 5 (Cont d.) Forest Planning and Practices Regulation of the Forest and Range Practices Act. This maximum is 40 hectares in the North Coast Forest District and 60 hectares in the Kalum and Skeena-Stikine Districts. Where applicable, higher level plans also contain patch size distribution targets that may allow some blocks to exceed the maximum limits based on the current size and distribution of blocks in a particular landscape unit. When a cut block is planned to exceed the maximum size limits, a rationale will be written as part of the operational plan. Average cut block size is tracked and monitored through the GENUS data base. Green-up requirements outlined in the Forest Planning and Practices Regulation are used to determine the availability of adjacent blocks for harvest and whether to allow further harvesting in visually sensitive landscape units. 2.6 OBJECTIVE 6 To manage program participant lands that are ecologically, geologically, historically or culturally important in a manner that recognizes their special qualities. Sites of ecological or geological or historical significance are protected by federal and provincial legislation. These include parks and protected areas, ecological reserves, and various provincial and national historic sites. These areas are shown on map databases maintained by the Integrated Land Management Bureau, a branch of the BC Ministry of Environment. BCTS has online access to these databases and they are utilized in operational planning. Outside of these existing protected sites, the Skeena BA Guide to Species of Management Concern sets out the strategies that are applied to protect sites of special ecological or geological significance, such as rare or threatened ecosystems and the karst limestone geology settings that support the regionally important California Myotis species of bat in the North Coast. The EBM practices that are applied by Skeena BA also focus stand level protection measures on sites of ecological and geological uniqueness, such as the spray zones associated with small steep streams. Sites, or sites containing objects, of cultural significance that are known to exist prior to 1846 are protected by the Heritage Conservation Act. For all other potentially significant sites such as berry picking areas or areas containing cedar for cultural use, the FSP s outline practices to be followed if these are encountered during field reconnaissance. Skeena BA also makes use of the Archaeological Overview Mapping done by MoF&R to determine the possibility of locating culturally significant sites during field reconnaissance. Site specific cultural information can also be found in Traditional Use Studies and the MoF&R Archaeology Branch web site. 9

2. LAND MANAGEMENT (Cont d.) 2.6 OBJECTIVE 6 (Cont d.) Skeena BA s FSP s provide a detailed process to be followed if sites of potential significance are identified during operational planning or field reconnaissance 2.7 OBJECTIVE 7 To promote the efficient use of forest resources. Timber sales are governed by the provincial take or pay policy. Under this policy, all merchantable timber within the timber sale boundary, whether or not it is utilized by the licensee, is billed at the assigned stumpage rate. Utilization is monitored according to the provincial Waste and Residue Manual which details utilization standards to be applied in the various regions of the province. License documents describe utilization standards to be followed for each timber sale. Blocks are surveyed for levels of waste at the completion of harvest. Any waste in excess of the maximum allowable is billed to the license holder and is tracked. Skeena BA also meets regularly with mill owners and woodlands managers to ensure the timber harvested by our licensees is meeting mill needs. 3. WOOD PROCUREMENT 3.1 OBJECTIVE 8 To broaden the practice of sustainable forestry through procurement programs. The Skeena BA does not purchase timber from outside sources and so this objective and the related performance measures and indicators of the SFI standard are not directly applicable to our activities. 10

4. FORESTRY RESEARCH, SCIENCE and TECHNOLOGY 4.1 OBJECTIVE 9 To improve forestry research, science and technology, upon which sound forest management decisions are based. BCTS financially supports the MoF&R Forest Research Program and implements operational research trials on the North Coast through the Ecosystem Based Management initiative. Skeena BA participates in the Skeena Aquatic Macroinvertebrate Indicator Project which is an evolving program to measure barometer invertebrates in streams. This will provide a direct measure of the aquatic health of the stream and will inform the refinement of forest practices that can be tailored to protect stream health. Other initiatives Skeena BA participates in that directly support ongoing forest research are the BC Sustainable Forestry Initiative Committee; support of the Forest Engineering Research Institute of Canada; the Forest Sciences Program of the Forest Investment Account; effectiveness evaluations; the concepts of continual improvement through the EMS program and development support of GENUS, the BCTS forest information management system. At the provincial and regional level, BCTS participates in programs to promote expertise in forest health, the geosciences and silviculture through the MoF&R Forest Research Branch. BCTS also participates in regional initiatives to minimize the loss of forest productivity resulting from forest health issues that may affect sustainable forestry within the business area e.g. Dothistroma needle disease, Spruce Leader Weevil and areas of known root disease. 5. TRAINING and EDUCATION 5.1 OBJECTIVE 10 To improve the practice of sustainable forest management by resource professionals, logging professionals, and contractors through appropriate training and education programs. BCTS, Skeena BA has an ISO 14001(2004) EMS Training Matrix Table 009-1 specifies the training requirements for staff and contractors. The Skeena Business Area supports the proactive process of mentoring our Licensees and Clients to achieve results which supports our commitments in EMS and SFI. Ongoing awareness training is scheduled for current staff and contractors. Awareness training for new staff takes place 11

5. TRAINING and EDUCATION 5.1 OBJECTIVE 10 (Cont d.) during the new employee orientation period. All licensees or contractors, will receive SFI awareness training during the EMS pre-work conference. When required licensee s and contractors will receive additional onsite training and education through BCTS Field Staff. Training will result from new legislative requirements and through implementation of Best Management Process and Standard Operating Procedures. Licensees and contractors are required to train their crews and maintain training records. BCTS provides training materials and related documentation through the website, accessible by the public at: http://www.for.gov.bc.ca/bcts/areas/tsk_certification.htm. Roles and responsibilities for achieving the SFI standard are assigned via the combined SFI / EMS Roles & Responsibilities Matrix, Appendix B. BCTS, through the Certification Standards Coordinator based in Victoria, BC, is a member of the provincial SFI Implementation Committee (BCSIC). Skeena BA, through the Certification Standards Officer, will provide feedback from this committee on important issues to Skeena BA staff. Discussions are ongoing around the possibility of forming a joint SFI Implementation Working Group with other stakeholders. 6. LEGAL and REGULATORY COMPLIANCE 6.1 OBJECTIVE 11 Commitment to comply with applicable federal, provincial or local laws and regulations. Staff are aware of all legal and other requirements to which BCTS subscribes. This information is contained in various operational checklists that staff provide to licensees and contractors. It is also available on line. The primary on line source is the Quickscribe service to which BCTS subscribes. In addition, all staff are provided with a list showing links to web sites where acts and regulations may be found. 12

6. LEGAL and REGULATORY COMPLIANCE (Cont d.) 6.1 OBJECTIVE 11 (Cont d.) For all areas in which it operates, Skeena BA has approved Forest Stewardship Plans prepared within the framework of the Forest and Range Practices Act, which are consistent with all laws and regulations applicable to forestry and the environment. Compliance with applicable laws and regulations is assured by means of the S.O.P. for effectiveness evaluation, the Evaluation of Compliance, and the Skeena BA Process Map. This SOP and our EMS Environmental Policy demonstrate Skeena BA s ongoing commitment to all relevant environmental and other legislation to which it subscribes. All non conformances/ non compliances by licensees and contractors are documented and investigated. BCTS staff are responsible for creating action plans and tracking the progress of licensees and contractors in rectifying the issues. BCTS is committed to reporting all non-compliances to the appropriate enforcement agency, including self-reporting of non-compliances by BCTS. To ensure compliance with federal and provincial laws and regulations, all forest activities are monitored and tracked by outside agencies such as the Compliance & Enforcement Branch of the MoF&R, the Forest Practices Board and the federal Department of Fisheries & Oceans. All significant nonconformances and all non compliance and all potential non-compliance issues are tracked in the Genus Environment module, the EMS system, road and block reviews, site plan checklists and the planning route card. operates. The EMS Policy demonstrates Skeena BA s compliance with all applicable social laws in the areas in which it 13

7. PUBLIC and LANDOWNER INVOLVEMENT IN THE PRACTICE OF SUSTAINABLE FORESTRY 7.1 OBJECTIVE 12 To broaden the practice of sustainable forestry by encouraging the public and the forestry community to participate in the commitment to sustainable forestry and publicly report progress. BCTS is very motivated to ensure the public is knowledgeable about sustainable forest management. Skeena BA encourages this by initiating and participating in various forestry related events in the communities in which it operates. These include national Forest Week, local trade shows, field tours, and other extension efforts. At each BCTS office and MoF&R District Office, forestry related literature is available to the public at the front counters. Educational and informative material is also available on the main BCTS web site at www.for.gov.bc.ca/bcts/. Information on wildlife habitat, species at risk or endangered species may be found on the Ministry of Environment web site at www.env.gov.bc.ca. The Skeena BA internal and external web sites will be upgraded to include information regarding its commitment to sustainable forest management. To ensure support for sustainable forest management at the provincial level, the BCTS Certification Coordinator is a member of the BC Sustainable Forestry Implementation committee. One of the committee s mandates is a program to address education, outreach and provide technical assistance to the public. Skeena BA supports these initiatives through its contact on the provincial committee. Skeena BA also participates in the Central/North Coast Land and Resource Management Plans - Plan Implementation and Monitoring Committee and the EBM Working Group. 14

7. PUBLIC and LANDOWNER INVOLVEMENT IN THE PRACTICE OF SUSTAINABLE FORESTRY (Cont d.) 7.1 OBJECTIVE 12 (Cont d.) BCTS mandate is to sell timber in a competitive marketplace. All timber sales are sold though an open bid process. All planning, harvesting and road construction is consistent with applicable Land and Resource Management Plans and other pertinent higher level plans. These plans are prepared with input from the public and are reviewed periodically to ensure they are consistent with management objectives and utilize the most up-to-date information available. Skeena BA also has a seat on the Timber Supply Area Steering Committees active within its operating areas. Skeena BA provides recreation opportunities for the public within its operating areas as part of its Forest Stewardship Plan management commitments. Identified recreation sites and trails have established objectives and these are incorporated in site plans as required. Skeena BA also provides labor for recreation site maintenance through its participation in the Land Based Investment Program. The LBIP is a Forest Investment Account program that provides funding to licensees for various qualifying projects, including recreation site maintenance. During the preparation of Forest Stewardship Plans, Skeena BA is responsible for sharing and receiving information from first nations groups regarding areas of traditional use and areas that are spiritually or culturally significant. All proposed harvesting and road construction is identified to potentially affected first nations, as committed to in the FSP, to mitigate potential impacts. The results of these meetings are then incorporated into the various operational plans and suitable records are maintained to confirm that information sharing has taken place. The FSP's detail a process to be followed if, during field reconnaissance or in the course of active forest operations, sites of potential spiritual, historical or cultural significance are found. Skeena BA welcomes inquiries from the public regarding its sustainable forest management operations. The ISO 14001 certified EMS system contains a public response protocol called the Certified Comments Form. The form is available on the 15

7. PUBLIC and LANDOWNER INVOLVEMENT IN THE PRACTICE OF SUSTAINABLE FORESTRY (Cont d.) 7.1 OBJECTIVE 12 (Cont d.) Skeena BA website. Any inquiry from the public is entered on this form by the receiving Skeena BA staff member. This information is tracked by the EMS system and GENUS data base. Prompt responses to these inquiries ensure consistency with the SFI Standard. Skeena BA reports its accomplishments through the annual Management Review process and the Performance Plan. Each of these documents contains a summary of public involvement and all complaint issues received from the public. 8. MANAGEMENT REVIEW and CONTINUAL IMPROVEMENT 8.1 OBJECTIVE 13 To promote continual improvement in the practice of sustainable forestry and monitor, measure and report performance in achieving the commitment to sustainable forestry. Skeena BA will demonstrate its commitment to continual improvement in the practice of sustainable forestry by way of the continual improvement principles contained in our EMS program. We will utilize our effectiveness evaluation program to track the effectiveness of corrective actions and operational controls to continually improve our environmental performance. Skeena BA conducts internal audits through the ISO 14001 certified EMS system. A revised audit protocol is being developed to include the relevant SFI elements and to ensure adherence to the SFI Standard. Annually, during the Management Review Process, progress in achieving the SFI Standard objectives and performance measures is conveyed to management. As a result of this review, changes and improvements necessary to continually improve SFI conformance are identified and passed on to the appropriate staff member for incorporation into the SFI procedures. The changes to these procedures are then communicated to staff and contractors to ensure all concerned parties are kept current with the most up-to-date information. 16

APPENDIX A 17

APPENDIX B ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES MATRIX 18

APPENDIX C SUSTAINABLE FOREST MANAGEMENT PLAN SKEENA BUSINESS AREA GLOSSARY OF TERMS Skeena BA AAC BCSIC BCTS BMP C&E DFAM EBM EFP EMS EOP FERIC FIA FSP G&Y GENUS GIS ISO LBIP LRMP MOE MOF&R MoTSA OGMA PIMC RESULTS SFB SFI SFMP SOP SRMP TSA TSL TSR UWR WTP Skeena Business Area Annual Allowable Cut BC SFI Implementation Committee BC Timber Sales Best Management Practices Compliance & Enforcement Defined Forest Area Management Ecosystem Based Management Environmental Field Procedure Environmental Management System Environmental Operating Procedure Forest Engineering Research Institute of Canada Forest Investment Account Forest Stewardship Plan Growth & Yield BCTS Forest Information Management System Geographic Information System International Standards Organization Land Based Investment Program Land & Resource Management Plan Ministry of Environment Ministry of Forests & Range Ministry of Tourism, Sport and Arts Old Growth Management Area Plan Implementation and Monitoring Committee REporting Silviculture Updates and Land status Tracking System Sustainable Forestry Board Sustainable Forestry Initiative Standard Operating Procedure Sustainable Resource Management Plan Timber Supply Area Timber Sale License Timber Supply Review Ungulate Winter Range Wildlife Tree Patch 19

APPENDIX D DRAFT FORMS 20