Objectives


The objectives of the Institute, as recommended by the Panel and accepted by government, are along the following lines:

• review the current priorities of the studies proposed that flow from the review process and the panel's recommendations;
• propose, sponsor and co-ordinate new studies to determine potential adverse impacts of the Project;
• assess the results of the studies carried out, including authorizing any required peer review;
• recommend appropriate follow-up action based on study results;
• recommend appropriate changes to the monitoring program;
• in consultation with DND, review the avoidance program and, if necessary, recommend changes to the avoidance criteria to increase, decrease or eliminate protection measures;
• in consultation with DND, review the allocation of airspace and changes in flexible boundaries to ensure the prudent and effective management of the training area;
• review annually the effects monitoring studies and, if required, recommend adjustments to the configuration of the training areas;
• review DND suggestions about the siting of a second Practice Target Area and make their assessment available to the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador;
• set up technical committees with the required expertise to study specific subjects; and,
• ensure a regular two-way flow of information between the Institute and the public (i.e. inform the public about the Institute's work and receive public input).
  
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