The following companies require Master Logging Companies on their job sites:

American Electric Power Dean Berry (740) 962-1204
Glatfelter Jeff Hoselton (888) 609-8733
Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District, Dan Castellucci (877) 363-8500 x.268
Ohio Dept. of Natural Resources - Division of Forestry, Nathan Jester (740) 774-1596
RockTenn, Tim Morris (740) 622-6543
Weyerhaeuser Company, Chuck Beach (304) 422-6033

The Ohio Forestry Association maintains a Safety Training and Voluntary Certification Program for Logging Contractors and their employees. The following requirements are necessary for the Ohio Voluntary Master Logging Companies:

1. Each trained logger is trained to use Best Management Practices (BMPs) to reduce soil erosion and improve the appearance of timber harvesting activities.
2. Each Trained logger is trained to employ safe and efficient timber cutting and logging safety practices.
3. Each trained logger has current certification in First Aid and CPR.
4. The Company maintains Workers' Compensation coverage on employees.
5. The Company provides liability coverage on request.
6. Each trained logger must participate in advanced training and periodic recertification training.
7. Each trained logger must be member of local logger's chapter and the Company must be a member of the Ohio Forestry Association, Inc.

2013 Training Calendar