Marine Mammal Protection in U.S. Navy’s Hawaii-Southern California Training Activities

This course provides an in-depth look at the regulations governing the incidental take of marine mammals during U.S. Navy training and testing activities in the Hawaii-Southern California Training and Testing (HSTT) Study Area. Learn about the Navy’s operational needs, the species affected, and the mitigation measures in place to protect marine life while maintaining national security readiness.

In this course you will learn the following:
* Understand the background and purpose of the final rule.
* Identify the specific Navy training and testing activities covered.
* Describe the marine mammal species and stocks potentially affected.
* Explain the potential impacts of the Navy’s activities on marine mammals.
* Detail the mitigation and monitoring measures required.
* Recognize the role and importance of public participation in the rulemaking process.
* Understand the potential for changes to the rule based on public input.