skillfactor-pipeline/skills/lumber-grader/references/tasks.md

Tasks & work activities — lumber grader

Source: O*NET 30.3, occupation 45-4023.00 (Log Graders and Scalers).

Task statements

• [Core] Evaluate log characteristics and determine grades, using established criteria.
• [Core] Record data about individual trees or load volumes into tally books or hand-held collection terminals.
• [Core] Paint identification marks of specified colors on logs to identify grades or species, using spray cans, or call out grades to log markers.
• [Core] Measure felled logs or loads of pulpwood to calculate volume, weight, dimensions, and marketable value, using measuring devices and conversion tables.
• [Core] Identify logs of substandard or special grade so that they can be returned to shippers, regraded, recut, or transferred for other processing.
• [Core] Jab logs with metal ends of scale sticks, and inspect logs to ascertain characteristics or defects such as water damage, splits, knots, broken ends, rotten areas, twists, and curves.
• [Supplemental] Arrange for hauling of logs to appropriate mill sites.
• [Supplemental] Measure log lengths and mark boles for bucking into logs, according to specifications.
• [Supplemental] Drive to sawmills, wharfs, or skids to inspect logs or pulpwood.
• [Supplemental] Communicate with coworkers by signals to direct log movement.
• [Supplemental] Weigh log trucks before and after unloading, and record load weights and supplier identities.
• [Supplemental] Saw felled trees into lengths.

Detailed work activities

• Communicate with other workers to coordinate activities.
• Cut trees or logs.
• Direct material handling or moving activities.
• Drive passenger vehicles.
• Evaluate log quality.
• Mark agricultural or forestry products for identification.
• Measure physical characteristics of forestry or agricultural products.
• Record agricultural or forestry inventory data.