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MARINE MAMMAL OIL SPILL RESPONSE GUIDELINES<br />

essential training for marine mammal rehabilitators in accordance with the goal of establishing<br />

best practices.<br />

Search and collection and transport personnel<br />

General oil spill response training<br />

HAZWOPER 24hr training<br />

Aircraft/boating/ all-terrain vehicle safety<br />

First aid/CPR<br />

Local geographical knowledge<br />

<strong>Marine</strong> mammal identification and capture techniques<br />

Rehabilitation Facility Management<br />

<strong>Marine</strong> mammal oil spill response training<br />

Incident Command System<br />

HAZWOPER 24hr training<br />

Crisis management<br />

First aid / CPR<br />

Media relations<br />

Rehabilitation/Stranding Network Facility Workers and Volunteers<br />

(Live and Dead Animal Handling)<br />

General oiled marine mammal training<br />

HAZCOM - Hazardous Communication training<br />

First aid / CPR<br />

Personal Protective Equipment<br />

Personal protective equipment (PPE) must be used to protect wildlife response personnel from<br />

exposure to hazardous substances and dangers associated with animal care activities. To guard<br />

against injury from marine mammals, all workers should wear approved personal protective<br />

equipment appropriate to their task.<br />

Recommended PPE<br />

Full eye protection, i.e., goggles, safety glasses, or face shield<br />

Oil resistant rain gear or oil protective clothing (coated Tyvek, Saranex, etc.)<br />

Gloves (neoprene or nitrile) that are oil resistant and waterproof<br />

Non-skid shoes/boots that are oil resistant and waterproof<br />

Ear protection (muff or ear plug type) when using pyrotechnic devices or operating machinery<br />

Personal flotation device when working on or near water<br />

Respiratory protection from organic vapor hazards may also be required for some operations. If<br />

respirators are used, training and fit testing are required. All workers must be trained on the<br />

proper use and limitations of all personal protective equipment prior to using the equipment.<br />

Hazardous Substances<br />

Rescue and rehabilitation workers may be exposed to spilled oil, and must be so informed. Prior<br />

to handling a contaminated marine mammal, the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for the<br />

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