WNS Information


National_WNS_decontamination_protocol_v_03.15.2012.pdf
These are national protocols developed by multiple federal and state agencies.
These national protocols replace earlier versions, and include updated methods known to be effective for disinfecting gear and equipment for Geomyces detructans. They will provide updated supplementary information from additional agencies as it becomes available. In the mean time, please be sure to check with local, state and federal wildlife, natural resource, and land management agencies for additional information.

***NOTE:  A major new addition is a non-chemical hot water standard for disinfection: maintaining clothing and gear submerged in hot water at a sustained temperature of greater than 50 degrees Celsius (122 F) for more than 15 minutes. IMPORTANT: This hot water disinfecting is done AFTER completing the usual cleaning with surfactant, such as Woolite, and removal of organic material.

SWR WNS Information archive
*NOTE* some of these may have been superceded by the new policy above
USDA Forest Service WNS Information
BLM WNS Information
National Park Service
WNS NM Interagency (Draft) Forms
(For cavers interested in assisting)

Volunteer Assistance Form

Significant Bat Roost Form

Contact Donna Hummel to return Interagency Forms and discuss related WNS information
*Nov 8 NM Interagency Meetings
NSS WNS Information
USGS WNS Information
USFWS Information
 White Nose Syndrome.org

 

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