Principal Ecologist focusing on the control and eradication of non-native invasive species listed on the 3rd Schedule: Part 1 - Plants; Non-native species subject to restrictions under Regulations 49 and 50 of S.I. 477 of 2011 of the European Communities (Birds and Natural Habitats) Regulations 2011. There is a statutory obligation under these regulations to address certain invasive species in Ireland which are listed on the 3rd Schedule é.g. Japanese Knotweed, Giant Knotweed, Bohemian Knotweed, Himalayan Knotweed, Giant Hogweed etc.Consultancy services provided include: # Field surveys to determine origin, extent, nature and maturity of infestations. # Field mapping of extent of infestations and preparation of GIS mapping and data using GPS referenced photographs. # Identification of site specific constraints relating to deployment of control/eradication measures e.g. access, sensitive ecological receptors, traffic management etc.# Recommendation of site specific control/eradication measures.# Preparation of site specific risk environmental assessment.# Preparation of invasive species management plans.# Preparation of method statements for invasive species management.# Input to Health & Safety risk assessments for invasive species management.# Preparation of license applications under Regulation 49 (2) and 50 (2) of S.I. 477 of 2011 of the European Communities and (Birds and Natural Habitats) Regulations 2011 for the transportation of Japanese Knotweed off siteRegulation 49 deals with the "Prohibition on introduction and dispersal, while Regulation 50 deals with the "Prohibition on dealing with and keeping certain species". Regulation 50 has yet to be brought into Irish law. However Regulation 74 is a transitional provision in relation to Regulation 49 and 50.

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