Common use of Killer Whale Response Clause in Contracts

Killer Whale Response. ‌ The southern resident killer whale population is listed as endangered under the ESA and is also protected under the MMPA. Evidence suggests that killer whales are unlikely to detect and avoid spilled oil, and exposure can result in population- level impacts (Xxxxxx et al. 2008). Specific deterrence methods (if any) recommended at the time of a spill will be those that have the greatest chance of success depending on current conditions and information. Whether or not killer whales can be deterred from entering an oil spill is directly related to the degree to which the whales are attracted to an area. No single deterrence technique will work in all situations. Deterrence and monitoring activities are the only mitigation measures possible during an oil spill, as capture and rehabilitation of killer whales is improbable. Killer whale response activities will comply with guidelines in the document “Supporting Information for the Killer Whale section of the Northwest Wildlife Response Plan”. Additional information on deterrence techniques and the availability of equipment and trained personnel can be found at NOAA’s Office of Response and Restoration webpage.

Killer Whale Response. ‌ The southern resident killer whale population is listed as endangered under the ESA and is also protected under the MMPA. Evidence suggests that killer whales are unlikely to detect and avoid spilled oil, and exposure can result in population- level impacts (Xxxxxx et al. 2008). Specific deterrence methods (if any) recommended at the time of a spill will be those that have the greatest chance of success depending on current conditions and information. Whether or not killer whales can be deterred from entering an oil spill is directly related to the degree to which the whales are attracted to an area. No single deterrence technique will work in all situations. Deterrence and monitoring activities are the only mitigation measures possible during an oil spill, as capture and rehabilitation of killer whales is improbable. Killer whale response activities will comply with guidelines in the document “Supporting Information for the Killer Whale section of the Northwest Wildlife Response Plan”. Additional information on deterrence techniques and the availability of equipment and trained personnel can be found at NOAA’s Office of Response and Restoration webpage.