Oil Pollution Preparedness, Response and Co-operation Level 1

This course is aimed at personnel designated to operate oil spill equipment in the event of an emergency.

It would be an advantage for delegates to have some knowledge or prior study of oil spill response issues and techniques.

During the course delegates will gain and demonstrate to a level of competence an understanding of the weathering process of oil in the marine environment, be able to implement an efficient shoreline clean-up utilizing different response techniques, selecting appropriate equipment and managing spill response teams on-site. Delegates will also have a knowledge of coordinating implementation.

Site and Risk assessments Health and Safety Selecting the most appropriate response equipment Selecting and implementing clean-up strategies Environmental issues in spill response Waste disposal Managing spill response teams Dealing with the media Record keeping Practical exercises and demonstrations Theoretical exercises