The Oiled Wildlife Society and the Wildlife Rehabilitators’ Network of BC are hosting an annual Oiled Wildlife First Responder training course. The first basic session is scheduled for early 2012 in Nanaimo, British Columbia and will include:
- Overview of the Incident Command System and the role of First Responders
- Overview of the agencies involved in dealing with an oil spill
- First Responder health and safety
- Capture procedures for oiled wildlife
- Transportation protocols
- Wildlife handling techniques
- Temporary housing options for oiled wildlife
- Critical animal care and stabilization during the first 48 hours in captivity
If you wish to attend this training, please contact the Oiled Wildlife Society of BC to be placed on the notification list. Registration will be by priority invitation, as seating is limited. Cost is $90.00 for members of OWS or WRNBC, $100.00 for non-members. Priority will be given to WRNBC/OWS members.
Invited participants will be emailed a password and invited to register here.
