Oil Spill Response: Principles and Management

This course is ideal for:

• Environmental managers and officers
• Emergency response coordinators and teams
• Oil spill response personnel
• Government regulators and policymakers

Day 1: Introduction to Oil Spill Management

• Overview of oil spill incidents
• Understanding the regulatory framework and key international conventions
• Core principles of effective oil spill management

Day 2: Oil Properties, Behavior, and Preparedness

• Key properties and behaviors of oil in marine environments
• Factors affecting oil weathering and dispersion
• Key components of oil spill preparedness

Day 3: Response Techniques and Equipment

• Overview of key response strategies: containment, recovery, and dispersal
• Types of response equipment and their functions
• Hands-on demonstrations and practical exercises

Day 4: Response Organization and Coordination

• Incident Command System (ICS) and its structure
• Roles and responsibilities of stakeholders in response
• Best practices for communication and coordination during spills

Day 5: Environmental Impact and Post-Spill Recovery

• Techniques for assessing the environmental impact of oil spills
• Monitoring and assessment of water, soil, and wildlife
• Post-spill cleanup strategies and long-term restoration efforts