MPSC is offering an online training course that provides Protected
Species Observer (also known as Marine Mammal Observer) certification on
April 27-28, 2024. 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 required for reducing
impacts to protected species. PSOs monitor for marine mammals, sea
turtles, and protected fish and document impacts through impartial and
unbiased reporting, thus serving a crucial role in the conservation of
protected species during industry operations. Our live, interactive
courses provide a personalized approach to learning as we discuss how to
identify protected species and how to document impacts to the animals.
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 the monitoring and objective reporting that is required for
submission to regulatory agencies. After discussing regulatory
requirements, we will examine key identifying traits and behaviors of
the different protected species, as well as the key visual cues which
can enable location of protected species in a dynamic environment. The
course also includes discussion on how to prepare and pack for life
offshore. We'll also discuss the best practice methods for living and
working with other PSOs and vessel crew within a collaborative team
environment, and how to advise on the regulatory measures required to
reduce impacts to protected species.
Additional information may be found on the MPSC website at
http://www.protectedspeciesobservers.com/, by contacting me at
[email protected], or by phone at 832-523-2402.
Thank you,
Angela Bostwick
Founder & CEO
Marine Protected Species Consulting
ProtectedSpeciesObservers.com
BOEM/BSEE/NMFS-Compliant Provider of Protected Species Observer
Certification
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