CST Level 1 Land Surveyor Certification Practice

Which type of surveying is primarily concerned with timber cruising and cutting areas?

1. Geological surveying

2. Forestry surveying

3. City surveying

4. Industrial surveying

The correct answer is: Forestry surveying

Forestry surveying is specifically focused on the management and assessment of forest resources. This type of surveying involves timber cruising, which is the process of estimating the volume, quality, and species of trees within a particular area, as well as planning for the cutting of trees in sustainable ways. In forestry surveying, data about tree height, diameter, and species distribution is collected to make informed decisions about timber harvesting and forest management practices. This ensures that the ecological balance is maintained while meeting economic needs. Other forms of surveying, such as geological, city, and industrial surveying, deal with different sectors and focus on aspects such as land use, urban planning, or resource extraction, but do not specifically address the unique requirements of timber management and forest ecology like forestry surveying does.