The control of African swine fever
By virtue of the agreement with the Liguria Region, ENCI organizes a training course for dog units for the purpose of detecting wild boar carcasses as a tool for prevention and control of African swine fever (ASF).
Monitoring operations
The aim of the course is the training of handler-dog combinations suitable for the detection of wild boar carcasses, for monitoring operations in the context of ASF prevention and control projects. The course is provided free of charge and will last 2 months from the date of selection of the Dog Units.
Methods of carrying out
Theoretical lessons will take place on an e-learning platform. The practical modules will be in attendance. The project includes an admission test for access to training and a final test to verify the ability to search and report wild boar carcasses. Entries must be received by 10 February 2023.