Planning for Muirburn

1	Read and understand this Code.	In particular, sections:
		- Regulation of Burning & Cutting
		- Protected Areas & Species and Sensitive Areas
2	Define the land that is being considered.	Use maps or aerial photographs
3	Identify the management purpose and desired outcome, and decide whether burning and/or cutting might meet the objective.	Indicate areas where burning or cutting might achieve the objectives.
		Consider the interaction of other planned management activity, especially grazing.
		Consider alternatives to burning.
		Decide whether burning, cutting, or other management is desirable.
4	Identify and note all the features, and assets at risk from burning or cutting on a map or aerial photo.	Include:
		- Property e.g. fences, gates, buildings, power lines, pipelines, roads and tracks.
		- Biodiversity assets e.g. special habitats, wildlife, peatland bogs, scrub, woodland.
4	Identify all protected areas, protected species, sensitive areas and fire-free areas.	Show these areas on a map.
		Consider whether external advice is required.
5	Check if any consents are required for the proposed work.	Contact Scottish Natural Heritage or Historic Environment Scotland if required.
6	Review the management options.	For the factors to consider, see Supplementary Information: To Burn, to Cut or do Neither
7	Prepare a more detailed plan if you decide to burn or cut.	See the Burning and Cutting sections

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