Code of Practice for Injured, Sick and Orphaned Marine Mammals

The Code of Practice for Injured, Sick and Orphaned Marine Mammals is intended for those authorised to rescue, rehabilitate and release marine mammals.

Date
1 September 2022
Publisher
Department of Planning and Environment
Type
Publication
Cost
Free
Language
English
Tags
  • ISBN 978-1-922840-94-3
  • ID EHG20220349
  • File PDF 2.5MB
  • Pages 53
  • Name marine-mammals-code-of-practice-220349.pdf

The code has been developed to ensure the welfare needs of these mammals are met and the conservation benefits stemming from their rehabilitation and release are optimised. It also aims to ensure that risks to the health and safety of volunteers rescuing and caring for these animals are reduced and easily managed.