Quarantine and DEMA engage in biosecurity training
Nauru Quarantine and the Department
of Environmental Management and Agriculture (DEMA) recently
completed an intensive two-week biosecurity training program from 6
to 16 May.
The program is funded by the
European Union and organised by the Pacific Community's (SPC)
Agricultural trade Facilitation through Economic integration in the
Pacific (SAFE) Project.
SPC's Biosecurity, Sanitary and
Phytosanitary officer Mr Riten Gosai facilitated the training and
says the project is implemented across 15 Pacific countries.
The program aims to build the
capacity of relevant officers in Nauru and hone their skills in
risk assessment and mitigation; plant pest surveillance; emergency
response planning; and sharing effective biosecurity measures that
are crucial to maintain a safe environment for Nauru free from
harmful and invasive pests and diseases.
Director of Quarantine Amy Tsitsi
acknowledges SPC for providing the training describing it as
"insightful, engaging and practical, [and has] equipped officers
with the knowledge required to effectively implement biosecurity
measures in our respective roles".
"This project is relevant and
important for the Nauru quarantine division because it enhances our
ability to prevent, detect, and respond to invasive animal and
plant pests and other potential threats to public health and the
environment," Ms Tsitsi said.
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