OAR 629-046-0010: Special Definition “Brand”

(1) For purposes of this division, pursuant to authority of OAR 629-046-0005, “brand” shall mean an identifying mark upon forest products or booming equipment, which mark shall be at least two inches square. (2) The mark shall be composed of one or more symbols such as letters, characters, or figures, within or without a single form or outline. (3) The State Forester will not register any brand which is identical with a registered brand, or which closely resembles a registered brand, or which is designed in a style so as to make recognition difficult or confusing with a registered brand; excepting, however, those brands described in OAR 629-046-0005(2). (4) A metal tag with the name or initial of the owner may be substituted for an impressed or cut brand when branding boom sticks. Such tags are to be registered with the State Forester in the manner prescribed for impressed or cut brands.