Certification And Re-certification Quiz- Sjcmmsn

The correct answer is filling out a stranding response report to the best of our abilities. This is the most comprehensive and organized method of recording data for each individual stranding. It allows for detailed information to be documented, including the species, location, condition, and any other relevant observations. This report serves as an important record for research, analysis, and future reference in understanding and managing marine mammal strandings.

Right away-call Patrick or The Whale Museum and have the particular event in mind . If symptoms of sickness occurs, go see your doctor. Tell them about your interaction with the stranded marine mammal. Tell the doctor to contact TWM or Joe at SeaDoc to talk about pathogens that could have been encountered during your interaction with the stranded animal for more precise testing.

The Marine Mammal Protection Act of 1972 is the correct answer because it is a law created by NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) that protects marine mammals from harassment, hunting, and captures in the United States. This act was established to ensure the conservation and management of marine mammal populations, as well as to prevent their depletion or extinction. It prohibits the harassment, hunting, capture, and importation of marine mammals, and also sets guidelines for the public display of these animals.

The correct answer is "Stranding Coordinator(s)". This is because the stranding coordinator is the person or group responsible for coordinating and managing responses to stranded animals. They are the ones who would typically request the assistance of a stranding volunteer when a stranded animal is reported. The other options, such as a person walking on the beach or the public, may come across a stranded animal and report it, but they would not be the ones specifically requesting the assistance of a stranding volunteer. Tom Cruise is unrelated to the context and is not a relevant option.

If my neighbor tells me about a stranding and he knows I am a volunteer, the best course of action would be to call the Stranding Coordinator(s)/Hotline first to notify the stranding network of the situation. By doing so, the stranding network can be informed immediately and they can send me or another volunteer out for a response. This ensures that the appropriate authorities are notified and the necessary actions can be taken in a timely manner.

False, when you get a call to perform a response, a call to the coordinator when you arrive on scene and assess the situation is required. From this, the coordinator and volunteer can formulate an effective response based on the situation.

The Stranding Network via The Whale Museum is allowed to respond to stranded marine mammals because they have a Letter of Authority from the National Marine Fisheries Service. This letter grants them permission to respond to, collect, and perform necropsies on stranded marine mammals. This authorization ensures that they have the necessary expertise and legal authority to handle and study stranded animals.

Harbor seal pup rehab candidates are judged on a case to case basis. Rehabilitation facilities are limited in the region and are used for emergency situations (NOAA NW Regional Guidelines). We also have a healthy population of seals and it is natural for 50% of them not to make it. If we do rehab pups that do not meet the pick up requirements (effected by human interaction) we are potentially putting back weak individuals back into a healthy population.

The training materials mention three things that can be learned from stranded marine mammals: diseases present in a population, food availability for marine mammals, and the diet of a species.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required for every response to protect individuals from various hazards. It is important to wear PPE to protect oneself from the spread of diseases, as it acts as a barrier against pathogens. PPE also protects individuals from injury while on a response, as it includes items like gloves, helmets, and safety goggles. The statement "Protect you from the sun (if applicable)" suggests that PPE may include items like sunscreen or protective clothing to shield individuals from harmful UV rays if they are working outdoors.

Harbor seal pups typically nurse and stay with their mothers for a period of 4-6 weeks. During this time, the mother provides milk and teaches the pup essential survival skills such as swimming and hunting. After this period, the pup becomes independent and starts to explore the surrounding environment on its own. This bonding period is crucial for the pup's growth and development before it ventures out into the world on its own.

Marine mammals that are stranded on the beach can be stressed, injured, or carrying diseases, so it is important for the safety of both the public and the animals to keep a safe distance. Staying 100 yards away from stranded marine mammals allows for a buffer zone that minimizes disturbance and reduces the risk of harm to both humans and animals. This distance also gives marine mammal rescue teams enough space to safely approach and provide necessary assistance to the stranded animals.

This was not in the notes or powerpoint, but was discussed at the trainings. When interacting with the public educate them on stranded animals. This includes when an animal cannot be picked up for rehab. Educate the public on natural mortality of seal pups (50% don't make it), talk about 24-48 hour monitoring period and how it is normal for a seal pup's mom to be away from it due to the need to forage. Also, keep the public and dogs away 100 yds at LEAST if you are monitoring a live seal or examining a dead one.

The correct answer is Proper Clothing, Boots (close toed shoes), Sun protection (sunglasses and/or hat), and Gloves. These items are necessary for a response because proper clothing helps protect against hazards and provides visibility, boots protect the feet from injuries, sun protection is important for outdoor work to prevent sunburn and eye damage, and gloves are essential for hand protection.