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| FIS2132 -
ROTENONE & ANTIMYCIN
USE IN FISH MANAGEMENT |
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This four and one-half day training provides a foundation for the planning and execution of a fish sampling/control/eradication project using the fish management chemicals rotenone and antimycin. Topics include: product chemistry & toxicology; application, monitoring, & neutralization techniques; applicator safety; integration with fisheries management or conservation plans; species sensitivities; pre- & post-project monitoring; safety; public involvement & education; environmental laws; project planning; environmental effects analysis; project implementation & management; and crisis management strategies. Application techniques are practiced in hands-on laboratory and field exercises. Successful completion of a final exam will give the participant a certificate of completion.
College Credit: 2 semester hours.
Who should attend: The course is designed for fish biologists who must manage or supervise the planning and execution of a fish sampling/control/eradication project using rotenone or antimycin.
Length: 5 days/36 hours
Objectives: At the end of the training, each participant will be able to:
- Develop strategies for fish removal that reflect sensitivities of target species, characteristics of the piscicides, and important environmental conditions;
- Explain piscicide label contents and requirements;
- Safely execute a rotenone or antimycin treatment;
- Characterize effects of piscicides on target and non-target organisms;
- Identify and describe key environmental laws, regulations, and processes/procedures to ensure compliance with ESA, FIFRA, NEPA, and individual state regulations;
- Develop public involvement, application, neutralization, monitoring, and safety plans; and
- Implement application and neutralization techniques for flowing and standing waters that avoid or minimize environmental impacts..
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Annually |
| Contact: |
June McIlwain |
| Branch: |
Conservation Science & Policy Branch |
| Phone: |
304/876-7439 |
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Last Updated: October 26, 2009
National Conservation Training Center
698 Conservation Way
Shepherdstown, West Virginia 25443-9713
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