Forestry Management Chapter 3

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What is the title of this revised decree?

The Philippine Forest Code

The Forest Protection Act

The Land Classification Act

The Revised Forestry Code of the Philippines (correct)

What is one of the policies adopted by the State?

The prohibition of wood-processing plants

The protection of forest lands from private ownership

The multiple uses of forest lands for development and progress (correct)

The classification of all lands as public forest

What is a public forest?

A private land designated for forest purposes

A land already classified as a permanent forest

A land of the public domain not needed for forest purposes

A land of the public domain needed for forest purposes (correct)

What is the purpose of land classification and survey?

To systematize and hasten the process Signup and view all the answers

What is encouraged and rationalized according to the revised decree?

The establishment of wood-processing plants Signup and view all the answers

What are alienable and disposable lands?

Lands of the public domain not needed for forest purposes Signup and view all the answers

What is the main principle guiding the utilization of forest lands?

Optimum benefits to the development and progress of the country and the public welfare Signup and view all the answers

What is the requirement for conducting activities in forest lands?

Obtaining a license agreement, lease, license, or permit Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal of forest management in terms of growth and harvest?

Achieving an approximate balance between growth and harvest Signup and view all the answers

Which areas are exempt from logging operations?

Critical watersheds and national parks Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of evaluating the multiple uses of forest lands?

To evaluate and weight the benefits of different uses before utilization Signup and view all the answers

What can be allowed in forest reservations, subject to certain conditions?

Uses not inconsistent with the principal objectives of the reservation Signup and view all the answers

What is required before constructing roads or infrastructure in forest lands?

Prior approval from the Director Signup and view all the answers

Who owns the roads and infrastructure constructed by holders of license agreements, licenses, leases and permits?

The State Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the use and administration of roads and infrastructure after the expiration or termination of the license agreement, license, lease or permit?

It is transferred to the government immediately Signup and view all the answers

In what circumstances can the Bureau authorize public use of roads and infrastructure constructed by holders of license agreements, licenses, leases and permits?

When it will not be detrimental to forest conservation measures Signup and view all the answers

How are the construction and/or maintenance costs of roads shared among multiple commercial forest users?

Equitably Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal of strategically locating and regulating the widths of logging roads?

To minimize clear-cutting and unnecessary damage or injury to healthy residuals Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the vehicles used in the commission of an offense if they are not suitable for use by the Bureau?

They are sold at public auction, with proceeds going to the Development Fund of the Bureau. Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum imprisonment period for pasturing livestock in forest lands without authority?

Six months Signup and view all the answers

What is the fine imposed for grazing livestock in forest lands without authority?

Equal to ten times the regular rentals due Signup and view all the answers

What happens to a government official or employee who commits an offense related to land use?

They are deemed automatically dismissed from office and permanently disqualified from holding any elective or appointive position. Signup and view all the answers

What is confiscated in addition to the livestock when someone grazes or causes to graze livestock in forest lands without authority?

All improvements introduced in the area Signup and view all the answers

Who is liable when a corporation, partnership, or association commits an offense related to land use?

The officers and directors of the corporation Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum fine for occupying a portion of the national parks system without a permit?

P200.00 Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence for damaging or destroying natural resources in the national parks system?

Restoration or compensation for the damage will be required Signup and view all the answers

Who is directly responsible and liable for the act of employees or laborers in an association or corporation?

Both the president and manager Signup and view all the answers

What is the penalty for hunting, capturing, or killing any kind of bird, fish, or wild animal life within the national parks system without a permit?

A fine of not less than P200.00 Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence for constructing or improving a land without a permit in the national parks system?

The construction or improvement will be forfeited in favor of the Government Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the penalty for illegal occupation of national parks system and recreation areas?

To protect and preserve the natural resources and beauty of the national parks system Signup and view all the answers