MPSC is offering a virtual training course that provides Protected
Species Observer (also known as Marine Mammal Observer) certification on
July 23-24, 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 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 and sea turtles, how to locate and identify the animals, and
objective reporting to regulatory agencies. After discussing regulatory
requirements, we will examine key identifying features and behaviors of
the different protected species, including how PSOs can identify the
animals during industry operations. The course will also detail
techniques for locating animals and estimating distance, monitoring
gear, and how to document protected species activity. The course also
includes live discussions with experienced PSOs, providing the
opportunity to hear first-hand what it's really like to live and work
offshore.
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.
Thank you,
Angela Bostwick
Founder / Marine Protected Species Consulting
ProtectedSpeciesObservers.com
https://Facebook.com/ProtectedSpeciesObservers/
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