Spill Prevention, Control and Countermeasure Plans

This online Spill Prevention, Control and Countermeasures course will help learners identify the cause and effects of spillage and understand regulations and requirements for spill prevention plans.

SPILL PREVENTION, CONTROL AND COUNTERMEASURE PLANS ONLINE COURSE OVERVIEW

According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), many of the 14,000 oil spills reported each year are caused by industry activities resulting from storage tanks rupturing, pipeline leaks, and oil transport accidents. These spills present a significant threat to the environment and often require specially trained emergency response personnel to contain and clean up the spills. Some spills are so significant that they may require help from local and state agencies and the federal government.

SPILL PREVENTION, CONTROL AND COUNTERMEASURE PLANS ONLINE COURSE TOPICS

  • Harmful effects of spilled oil
  • Applicable laws and regulations for oil pollution prevention
  • The purpose and general requirements of a facility SPCC Plan
  • General operating procedures designed to prevent spills
  • General control measures to prevent an oil spill from reaching navigable waters and adjoining shorelines
  • Basic countermeasures for stopping a spill from reaching the environment
  • How to respond to facility shutdown and evacuation

Duration

Average Completion Time

Completion times vary depending on the number of times the information is viewed prior to finishing the course. The average completion time is 25 minutes.

Testing

Knowledge Assessment

Testing is conducted in this online course to reinforce the information presented. You are provided three opportunities to achieve a passing mark of 80% or greater.

Certificate

Certificate of Completion

Upon successful completion of this course, a certificate will be available to download and print. You can access your certificate through your online account.