This course introduces the (OPRC)
which stands for the International Convention on Oil Pollution Preparedness,
Response, and Cooperation, developed by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) to tackle oil
spills that result in marine pollution. The students will look into the system
provided by the OPRC, where countries are obliged to establish and apply
measures that are effective in terms of preparedness, response, and cooperation
to repel oil pollution incidents.
The course will cover historical
context of the convention, such as the 1989 call to action by the industrial
nations leading to its creation. Students will learn about the responsibilities
of participating countries to manage pollution incidents both autonomously and
cooperatively with a focus on minimizing environmental impacts in marine
environments. At the end of this course, participants will have acquired the
relevant knowledge and competencies to participate in international efforts
toward combating oil pollution.
What will I learn?
- I. Familiarization with the main provisions of the OPRC Convention and the OPRC-HNS Protocol.
- 2. To recognize sources of oil pollution and associated environmental effects.
- 3. To provide risk analyses with regard to oil spills for defined regions.
- 4. To develop suitable oil spill contingency planning and response strategies.
- 5. To establish international oil spill response arrangements.
- 6. To function within stakeholder chains in the event of an oil spill incident.
- 7. Analyzing and improving the efficiency of oil spill responses.
- 8. Disseminating techniques for the prevention of oil pollution and protection of marine habitats.
- Basic Understanding of Environmental Science: Some recommended foundational knowledge of environmental science or marine ecology.
- Interest in Maritime Safety: An interest and dedication to maritime operations, environmental protection, or emergency response.
- Professional Experience Preferred: The ideal candidate has experience in the maritime industry, environmental management, or emergency response.
- Language Skills: English- Good comprehension, and articulation to understand the content that will be covered and to participate actively in discussions.
- Computer Access: Regular access to a computer and internet for online components of course.
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