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Information as to raptor nesting sites or critical deer and elk use areas is not <br />openly provided to employees or the public except through documents such as this <br />permit application. <br />4.6.1.4 Livestock Grazi <br />Livestock grazing of the mine plan area where the surface is controlled by <br />Trapper, is and will be managed by agreements with local ranchers. The use level <br />is established each spring subsequent to consultations with local SCS personnel <br />as described in Section 4.2.2. This annual evaluation and adjustment of proper <br />use levels will help insure that adequate forage is left for wildlife use and <br />that the range is not over used. Management will be for condition and trend. <br />4.6.1.5 Fires <br />All fires will be controlled and suppressed as quickly as is possible. Each mine <br />vehicle has a fire extinguisher mounted on it and personnel are trained in the <br />proper use of extinguishers and fire fighting strategy. If needed, the Craig <br />Volunteer Fire Department can be called to assist in a matter of minutes. On <br />occasion, however, Trapper Mine may employ the use of fire as a controlled burn <br />for range management. <br />4.6.1.6 Pesticides and Herbicides <br />Pesticide and herbicide use is strictly controlled on the Lands within the pro- <br />posed permit area. Section 3.6.2.6 discusses formulation, application rates and <br />period of application for these herbicides. Use of herbicides for range improve- <br />ment programs may be considered and tried under a controlled study situation. <br />Proper handling and use of herbicides prevent possible injury to livestock and <br />wildlife. Handling and disposal instructions on the manufacturer's label are <br />0 <br />4-152 <br />REVISED FEB 13 'B 1