MPSC is holding Protected Species Observer (also known as Marine Mammal Observer) training on July 16-17 in San Diego, CA.   This BOEM/BSEE-compliant PSO certification course covers the regulations for reducing seismic survey impacts to marine mammals and sea turtles, and how to visually locate and identify the animals.  Course comprehension is measured with examinations on regulations and animal identification.

 

Lunch is provided and included in the $800 course fee (college/recent graduate/veteran and group discounts available), along with various identification guides, regulatory documents, a whale-watching vessel trip, and advice on applying to PSO positions.