Seiche is heading to Abu Dhabi on the 7^th – 11th December to run its respected PSO & PAM course.

Comprehensive training from experts in their field for those who wish to pursue a career in marine mammal observation and mitigation for the offshore seismic industry. It includes one day on board a vessel to allow you to gain experience with marine mammal identification while at sea.

Day 1 (classroom)

Introduction to Marine Mammals & Sea Turtles Legislation within the Gulf of Mexico & Global Oceans Introduction to Seismic Surveys Permitting Requirements Role of the PSO Data Collection & Reporting

Day 2 (classroom)

Clues & Search Methods for Marine Mammals & Sea Turtles Species Identification Testing & Certification

Day 3 (classroom)

Sound In Water

Marine Mammals

Anthropogenic Noise in the Sea

Effects of Anthropogenic Noise on Marine Mammals Local Mitigation Guidelines PAM Principles and the Role of the PAM Operator

Day 4 (classroom)

PAM Hardware & Operations

PAM Software

PAMGuard Workshop

Day 5 (on a vessel)

Set up and deployment of PAM systems and visual observer stations Troubleshooting Real-time mitigation and reporting

Costs:

PSO Module (2 days): USD 800 or AED 2,940 PAM Module (3 days): USD 800 or AED 2,940

For more details, please contact Sarah Hancock at s.hancock@seiche.com.