MPSC is offering an online training course that provides Protected
Species Observer (also known as Marine Mammal Observer) certification on
October 15-16, 2022. This training is approved by the federal agencies
Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) and Bureau of Safety and
Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) in coordination with National Marine
Fisheries Service (NMFS) to provide Protected Species Observer
Certification for geological and geophysical surveys in the Gulf of
Mexico, and the certification is often accepted in many other regions or
industries where monitoring and mitigation is needed for reducing
impacts to protected species. Course cost includes the instruction,
advice on applying to PSO positions, the professional certification, and
the provision of various regulatory documents and supplementary
identification guides which will be yours to keep.
This course will examine the regulations for reducing impacts to marine
mammals, sea turtles, and protected fish, how to locate and identify the
animals, and objective reporting for regulatory agencies. After
discussing regulatory requirements, we will examine key identifying
traits and behaviors of protected species found in the region. The
course will also include a discussion on the different techniques for
locating animals, estimating distance, and the monitoring gear that is
required.
Additional information may be found on the MPSC website at
http://www.protectedspeciesobservers.com/, by contacting me at
abostw...@psocertifications.com, or by phone at 832-523-2402.
Regards,
Angela Bostwick
Founder / Marine Protected Species Consulting
ProtectedSpeciesObservers.com
https://Facebook.com/ProtectedSpeciesObservers/
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