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Define the environmental impact of survey vessel operations |
1. Waste: liquid (blackwater, grey water, oilywater) and solid waste (domestic). Consider possibility of oil spills and prevention + management of a spill (isolate, contain, clean up, report). 2. Fauna: whales and dolphins (cetaceans) . The main risks are collision and disturbance by noise and proximity. Distance 500 yards from cetaceans. 3. Anchoring: do not anchor is seagrass or coral/Rocky reefs. |
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State the environmental considerations when operating a SMB |
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Describe the environmental considerations when installing Tide Poles and Guages |
1. Consider navigational and personal safety hazards (star pickets should be assessed as to whether they represent a safety hazard). 2. Preference to sites that are unlikely to interfere with commercial fishing activities. 2. Consider access to a site without the need to cross a coral reef. |
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List the environmental considerations when a member of a shore party |
1. Disturbance of wildlife 2. Damage to vegetation 3. Disturbance of heritage 4. Damage to fringing coral reefs 5. Pollution of soil and water 6. Waste and littering 7. Fire risk 8. Quarantine risk |
