Northern Territory Oil Spill Contingency Plan Plan No Name: ________________________ Position: _______________________ Contact No: ____________________
NT OSCP­TOC Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 IMPORTANT NOTE This Oil Spill Contingency Plan outlines the steps required for the management of marine oil pollution responses that are the responsibility of the NT Department of Lands and Planning, Marine Branch (DLP Marine). This document should be read in conjunction with the Northern Territory Marine Oil Pollution Manual. For incident responses within Ports, the relevant Port OSCP should be consulted. Department/Agency Contact Person (Name/Position) Address Frequency of Review: Version 0 1 2 3 Custodian DLP Marine Nominated NT MPC (ref. Appendix G) 2nd Floor Energy House 18­20 Cavenagh St, Darwin 0800 Annual Document Control Produced/Modified By Authorised By Wardrop Consulting/ Gary Mayer NT Committee DIPE Marine Director Transport Safety Marine Safety Director Transport Safety Marine Safety Marine Safety Nicholas Papandonakis Date 01/09/02 29/10/04 29/10/04 22/01/08 Director Transport Safety 4 Marine Safety Nicholas Papandonakis 01/05/2012 NT Marine Pollution Controller Sections of this document may have been amended. Please check the Revision Record and Section footers against the Master Copy.
NT OSCP­TOC Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN TABLE OF CONTENTS DOCUMENT CONTROL TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY NOTICE AMENDMENT RECORD DISTRIBUTION LIST LIST OF ACRONYMS AND ABBREVIATIONS 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 1.7 1.8 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 i vii viii ix x INTRODUCTION AIM AND OBJECTIVES 1.1.1 Aim 1.1.2 Objectives PRIORITIES AUTHORITY DLP MARINE RESPONSIBILITIES RESPONSIBILITY OF OTHER AGENCIES SCOPE OF THE PLAN 1.6.1 Area Covered 1.6.2 Spill Source 1.6.3 Oil Types INTEGRATION WITH OTHER PLANS SPILL RISKS IN NT WATERS 1.8.1 Sources and Location 1.8.2 Oil Type 1.8.3 Volumes 1­1 1­1 1­1 1­1 1­1 1­1 1­3 1­3 1­3 1­3 1­3 1­3 1­3 1­5 1­5 1­5 1­5 RESPONSE ORGANISATION NATIONAL PLAN NT ADMINISTRATIVE ARRANGEMENTS 2.2.1 NT Plan 2.2.2 Nominated NT Officers DIVISION OF RESPONSIBILITY 2.3.1 Statutory Agency 2.3.2 Combat Agency 2.3.3 Support Agencies LEVELS OF RESPONSE: RESPONSE TIERS SPILL RESPONSE ORGANISATION: THE INCIDENT MANAGEMENT TEAM 2.5.1 IMT Functions and Roles 2.5.2 Size and Structure 2.5.3 Tier 1 Responses 2.5.4 Tier 2 and Tier 3 Responses 2.5.5 Nominated IMT Positions RESPONSE SUPPORT 2.6.1 NT Plan Resources 2.6.2 National Plan Resources 2.6.3 Industry Support: AMOSC 2­1 2­1 2­1 2­1 2­1 2­1 2­1 2­2 2­2 2­2 NT OSCP­TOC Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 2­3 2­2 2­3 2­3 2­3 2­5 2­5 2­5 2­5 2­5
i of xii NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN 3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 3.5 4.0 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 4.5 4.6 4.7 5.0 5.1 5.2 REPORTING AND ACTIVATION INITIATING THE RESPONSE REPORTING PROCEDURES 3.2.1 Receiving External Reports 3.2.2 NT Marine Pollution Coordinator 3.2.3 Executive Director, Transport 3.2.4 Hazardous Substances INITIAL ASSESSMENT: DETERMINING THE RESPONSE TIER 3.3.1 Responsibility 3.3.2 Procedure ACTIVATION OF THE INCIDENT MANAGEMENT TEAM 3.4.1 Responsibility 3.4.2 Scale of Call­out 3.4.3 Muster Point ESTABLISHING THE INCIDENT CONTROL CENTRE (ICC) 3.5.1 Location 3.5.2 First Person On Site 3­1 3­1 3­1 3­1 3­1 3­1 3.3 3­3 3­3 3­3 3­5 3­5 3­5 3­5 3­5 3­5 3­5 INCIDENT CONTROL THE ROLE OF THE INCIDENT CONTROLLER ESTABLISHING THE INCIDENT MANAGEMENT TEAM 4.2.1 Responsibility 4.2.2 Registration and Induction DEPLOYMENT 4.3.1 Advanced Operations Centres 4.3.2 Staging Areas INFORMATION MANAGEMENT 4.4.1 Briefings 4.4.2 Ongoing Reporting MEDIA LIAISON 4.5.1 Tier 1 Responsibility 4.5.2 Tier 2/3 Responsibility 4.5.3 Media Liaison Officer ENVIRONMENTAL AND SCIENTIFIC SUPPORT 4.6.1 NT Environmental and Scientific Coordinator COMMUNITY LIAISON 4.7.1 Community Liaison Officer 4­1 4­1 4­1 4­1 4­1 4­1 4­1 4­2 4­2 4­2 4­2 4­3 4­3 4­3 4­3 4­3 4­3 4­3 4­3 PLANNING PLANNING PROCESS 5.1.1 Planning Officer 5.1.2 Information Inputs to the Planning Process 5.1.3 The Incident Planning Cycle 5.1.4 Incident Action Plan 5.1.5 Initial Planning Meeting 5.1.6 Ongoing Revision of the Incident Action Plan PLANNING PROCEDURES 5.2.1 Briefings 5.2.2 Planning Meeting Phase I 5.2.3 Planning Meeting Phase II 5.2.4 Planning Meeting Phase III 5.2.5 Risk Assessment 5.2.6 Other Actions 5­1 5­1 5­1 5­1 5­2 5­2 5­2 5­2 5­3 5­3 5­3 5­3 5­4 5­4 5­4
NT OSCP­TOC Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 ii of xii NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN 6.0 6.1 6.2 6.3 6.4 6.5 6.6 7.0 7.1 7.2 7.3 7.4 7.5 7.6 7.7 7.8 7.9 8.0 8.1 8.2 8.3 8.4 8.5 8.6 8.7 8.8 8.9 8.10 8.11 8.12 OPERATIONS THE OPERATIONS FUNCTION OPERATIONS OFFICER PRIORITIES AERIAL RESPONSE 6.4.1 Aerial Response Strategies 6.4.2 Constraints 6.4.3 Aerial Surveillance 6.4.4 Aerial Spraying of Dispersants OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY 6.5.1 Responsibility 6.5.2 Health and Safety Inductions 6.5.3 Material Safety Data Sheets WILDLIFE RESPONSE 5.6.1 Responsibility 5.6.2 Wildlife Response Unit 6­1 6­1 6­1 6­3 6­3 6­3 6­3 6­4 6­4 6­5 6­5 6­5 6­5 6­6 6­6 6­6 MARINE RESPONSE PROCEDURES RESPONSIBILITY RESPONSE METHODS IMMEDIATE RESPONSE PRIORITIES HEALTH AND SAFETY ISSUES 7.5.1 Volatile Oils CONTAINMENT AND RECOVERY 7.6.1 Component Methods 7.6.2 Constraints 7.6.4 Temporary Waste Storage USE OF DISPERSANTS FROM VESSELS 7.7.1 Approval for Use 7.7.2 Requirements 7.7.3 Constraints 7.7.4 Health and Safety Issues PHYSICAL BREAKUP OF SLICKS 7.8.1 Constraints OTHER METHODS 7.9.1 In Situ Burning 7­1 7­1 7­1 7­1 7­1 7­3 7­3 7­4 7­4 7­6 7­6 7­6 7­6 7­6 7­8 7­8 7­8 7­8 7­9 7­9 SHORELINE RESPONSE SHORELINE RESPONSE ORGANISATION SHORELINE RESPONSE STRATEGIES NATURAL RECOVERY MANUAL REMOVAL OF OIL AND OILY DEBRIS USE OF SORBENTS TO COLLECT LIQUID OIL MECHANICAL REMOVAL OF OIL AND OILY DEBRIS VACUUM RECOVERY SEDIMENT REWORKING LOW PRESSURE WASHING/FLUSHING HIGH PRESSURE WASHING USE OF CHEMICAL CLEANING AGENTS SAND BLASTING AND STEAM CLEANING 8­1 8­1 8­1 8­3 8­3 8­4 8­4 8­5 8­5 8­6 8­7 8­7 8­8
NT OSCP­TOC Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 iii of xii NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN 8.13 OTHER METHODS 8.13.1 Bioremediation 8.13.2 Cutting of Oiled Vegetation 8.13.3 Burning of Oiled Vegetation and Debris 8.13.4 Trenching On Site Waste Handling 8.14.1 On­Site Transport 8.14.2 Temporary Storage Sites 8.14.3 Containers 8­8 8­8 8­8 8­9 7­9 8­9 8­9 8­10 8­10 9.0 9.1 9.2 9.3 9.4 9.5 9.6 9.7 WASTE MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY ON SITE (FIELD) TEMPORARY STORAGE WASTE MANAGEMENT SITES SEGREGATION OF WASTE TRANSPORT WASTE SEPARATION DISPOSAL 9­1 9­1 9­1 9­1 9­2 9­3 9­3 9­3 10.0 10.1 10.2 LOGISTICS RESPONSIBILITY LOGISTICS PROCEDURES 10.2.1 Equipment 10.2.2 Personnel 10.2.3 Transport 10.2.4 Medical 10.2.5 Communications 10­1 10­1 10­1 10­1 10­1 10­2 10­2 10­2 11.0 11.1 11.2 11.3 11.4 FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION RESPONSIBILITY FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION ORGANISATION FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION PROCEDURES INFORMATION CONTROL 11.4.1 Forms 11.4.2 Status Boards 11.4.3 Wall Maps 11.4.4 Briefings 11­1 11­1 11­1 11­1 11­2 11­2 11­2 11­2 11­2 12.0 12.1 12.2 TERMINATING THE RESPONSE RESPONSIBILITY FOR TERMINATING THE RESPONSE CONDITIONS FOR TERMINATION 12.2.1 Planning and Operations 12.2.2 Marine and Aviation Response 12.2.3 Shoreline Response 12.2.4 Wildlife 12.2.5 OH&S 12.2.6 Waste Management 12.2.7 Logistics 12.2.8 Finance and Administration STAND­DOWN PROCEDURES 12.3.1 Return of Equipment 12.3.2 Debrief 12.3.3 Incident Report COST RECOVERY 12­1 12­1 12­1 12­1 12­1 12­1 12­1 12­2 12­2 12­2 12­2 12­2 12­2 12­3 12­3 12­3
8.14 12.3 12.4 NT OSCP­TOC Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 iv of xii NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN APPENDICES APPENDIX A RESPONSE CHECKLISTS APPENDIX B RESPONSE SUPPORT DIRECTORY APPENDIX C ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION APPENDIX D DOCUMENTATION APPENDIX E OIL CHARACTER APPENDIX F MAINTAINING PREPAREDNESS APPENDIX G CONTACT DIRECTORY FIGURES Figure 1.1 Statutory and Combat Agencies Responsibilities in NT and Adjacent Commonwealth Waters Figure 2.1 Indicative Tier 1 Incident Management Team Figure 2.2 Incident Management Team Structure for a Major Response Figure 3.1 Reporting Sequence Figure 3.2 Procedure for Confirming Response Tier Figure 3.3 Guidelines for Determining the Level (Tier) of Response Figure 4.1 Inputs to the Planning Process Figure 5.1 Inputs to the Planning Process Figure 6.1 Generic Decision Guidelines for Determining Response Strategies Figure 6.2 Ladder Search Pattern Figure 6.3 Parameters for Describing Oil at Sea Figure 7.1 Marine Containment and Recovery Strategy Guide Figure 7.2 Guidelines for the Use of Dispersants Figure 7.1 Generic Shoreline Response Unit Organisation 1­2 2­3 2­4 3­2 3­3 3­4 4­2 5­1 6­2 6­4 6­4 7­5 7­7 8­1 TABLES Table 1.1 Statutory and Combat Agencies for Shorelines Table 1.2 Spill Response Responsibilities of Other Agencies Table 1.3 Potential Spill locations and oil Types Table 1.4 Indicative Oil Spill Volumes for various Scenarios Table 2.1 Description of Response Tiers in NT Waters Table 2.2 Incident Management Roles Table 6.1 Operational Constraints for Aerial Response Strategies Table 6.2 Guidelines for the Description of Oil Colour and Thickness Table 7.1 Marine Response Matrix Showing Predicted Influence of Weathering on Suitability of Methods Table 7.2 Response Priorities for Various Oil Types Table 7.3 Beaufort Scale Table 7.4 Operational Constraints for Containment and Recovery Table 7.5 Available Dispersants and Methods of Application at Sea Table 7.6 Guidelines for Shoreline Protection Table 8.1 Application of Shoreline Cleanup Methods to Various Shoreline Types Table 8.2 Use of Natural Recovery Method NT OSCP­TOC Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 1­2 1­4 1­5 1­6 2­2 2­6 6­3 6­5 7­2 7­3 7­4 7­6 7­8 7­10 8­2 8­3
v of xii NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN Table 8.3 Use of Manual Cleanup Methods Table 8.4 Use of Sorbents on Shorelines Table 8.5 Available Sorbent Materials Table 8.6 Use of Mechanical Removal Methods on Shorelines Table 8.7 Use of Vacuum Recovery of Liquid oil from Shorelines Table 8.8 Use of Sediment Reworking Method on Shorelines Table 8.9 Use of Low Pressure Washing Methods on Shorelines Table 8.10 Use of High pressure Washing Methods on Shorelines Table 8.11 Use of Chemical Cleaning Agents Table 8.12 Use of Sand Blasting and Steam Cleaning Table 8.13 On­Site Waste Transport Table 8.14 Agencies or Personnel to be Consulted in Selection of Waste Storage Sites Table 9.1 Guidelines for the Use of Temporary Storage Containers Table 9.2 Segregation of Wastes Table 9.3 Temporary Waste Storage and Handling Table 9.4 Disposal Methods NT OSCP­TOC Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 8­3 8­4 8­4 8­5 8­5 8­6 8­6 8­7 8­7 8­8 8­9 8­10 9­2 9­2 9­3 9­3
vi of xii NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN HEALTH AND SAFETY 1 Think through the Task
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What am I doing next?
Do I know exactly what I should be doing?
Do I have the correct equipment?
Is there anyone else around?
Has someone else moved into my area of work?
Could this affect my job?
Has anything changed?
Have I deviated from the plan? If I have, what do I need to consider?
Tell others, revise procedure(s). Look close, look wide, look above, look hidden.
Look for hazards, Check before you touch, Falls.
Know your limits ­ Fatigue, thirst, strength, experience.
Check your environment ­ dark, light, calm, windy, humid, hot, cold.
Understand your skills ­ have you done the task before, do you fully understand the sequence of events and your role in them? 3 Assess the Risk
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You may need to undertake another Take 5 if something else changes.
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NT OSCP­TOC Amendment: 04 Probability: What is the chance of injury to yourself or others, or what is the chance of damaging property?
Consequences: What would the consequences be if .....? ­Injury to yourself/others: Death, major injury, back strain, abrasion. ­Damage to property ­ vehicles, machinery 01/05/2012 vii of xii NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN DISTRIBUTION RECORD The NT Marine Oil Spill Contingency Plan is a controlled document. The distribution of all copies should be recorded so that amendments can be distributed and the currency of the document ensured. Uncontrolled copies, if distributed must be clearly marked “uncontrolled copy”. The NT MPC is responsible for issuing controlled copies and must keep a record of distribution OSCP Date CONTROLLED OSCP COPIES ISSUED TO No. Supplied Agency Position (Location) 00 DLP Proof Copy/CD; held by nominated NT MPC. 01/09/02 01 DLP Minister’s Office 01/09/02 02 DLP NT Spill Commander. 01/09/02 03 DLP Chairman NT Committee. 01/09/02 04 DLP NT Marine Pollution Coordinator. 01/09/02 05 NRETAS Environmental and Scientific Coordinator (ESC). 01/09/02 06 DLP Media Coordinator 01/09/02 07 DLP Administrative Support Coordinator. 01/09/02 08 NRETAS Oiled Wildlife Coordinator. 01/09/02 09 DLP Marine Adviser. 01/09/02 10 NTPFES. Communications Coordinator. 01/09/02 11 DOR Petroleum Safety & Environment Manager. 01/09/02 12 DOR Petroleum Environment Adviser. 01/09/02 13 AMSA Manager AMSA, EPG. 01/09/02 14 AMSA Senior Surveyor, Darwin. 01/09/02 15 DPC Harbourmaster, DPC. 01/09/02 16 Alcan Gove Pty Ltd Harbourmaster, Port of Gove (Nhulunbuy). 01/09/02 17 GEMCO Pty Ltd Harbourmaster Port of Groote Eylandt (Milner Bay). 01/09/02 18 Oil Industry. NT Committee Representative (Shell). 01/09/02 19 RAN NT Committee Representative. 01/09/02 20 NTPFES Commander, Operations. 01/09/02 21 DET Manager, Work Health. 01/09/02 22 LGANT Nominated Representative. 01/09/02 23 DCC Nominated Representative. 01/09/02 24 BP Terminal Manager, Darwin. 01/09/02 25 Mobil Bulk Plant Manager, Darwin. 01/09/02 26 CSS/CSM Marine Manager, Bing Bong. 01/09/02 27 Wardrop Consul’g Backup Proof/CD. 01/09/02 28 NRETAS Waste Pollution 03/09/03 29 PENSYL George Fossey 03/09/03 30
NT OSCP­TOC Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 viii of xii NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN AMENDMENT RECORD Version and Date Section Revised Pages Comment/ Nature of Revision 01 – 30/04/03 G 2 – 10 02 – 29/10/04 G 2 – 10 01 – 29/10/04 TOC Vii, ix 03 – 22/01/08 Entire plan NTG Agency name changes 04 – 01/05/12 Entire Plan NTG Agency names changes
NT OSCP­TOC Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 ix of xii NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN LIST OF ACRONYMS AND ABBREVIATIONS AAPMA AC ADIOS AGAL AIMS AIIMS AIP AMOSPlan AMOSC AMR AMSA AOC ATC AusSAR AusSAR CC CC CLO CRA CSS/CSM DCC DET DOR DPC DLP DLP Marine DPP EA E&P EARL EMA EPBC Act EPG EPS ERC ESC FPF FRS FPSO FWADC GBRMPA GEMCO HCC HFO H&S HSC IAP IBC IC ICC ICS IGA IMO IMT INMARSAT IPIECA ITOPF Association of Australian Ports and Marine Authorities. Aviation Coordinator. Automated Data Inquiry for Oil Spills. Oil weathering and behaviour model developed by the (US) National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Australian Government Analytical Laboratory. Australian Institute of Marine Science Australian Interagency Incident Management System. Australian Institute of Petroleum. Oil industry mutual aid plan administered by Australian Institute of Petroleum through AMOSC. Australian Marine Oil Spill Centre. Australian Maritime Resources Australian Maritime Safety Authority. Advanced Operations Centre. Australian Transport Council. Australian Search and Rescue. Australian Search and Rescue Coordination Centre. Communications Coordinator. Community Liaison Officer Coastal Resource Atlas, see OSRA. Carpentaria Shipping Services / Carpentaria Ship Management Darwin City Council Dept of Education & Training Dept of Resources Darwin Port Corporation. (NT) Dept of Lands and Planning . Dept of Lands and Planning, Marine Safety Branch. Director of Public Prosecutions. Environment Australia Exploration and Production. East Asia Response (Private) Limited (Singapore). Emergency Management Australia. Commonwealth agency based at Mt Macedon, Victoria. (Comm.) Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999. Environment Protection Group (AMSA) Environment Protection Standards, (AMSA). Emergency Response Coordinator. Environmental and Scientific Coordinator. Floating Production Facility. Fire and Rescue Services. Floating Production Storage and Offtake (facility). Fixed Wing Aerial Dispersant Capability. Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority. Groote Eylandt Mining Company. Hazardous Chemicals Coordinator. Heavy fuel oil. Health and Safety. Health and Safety Coordinator. Incident Action Plan. Intermediate Bulk Containers. Incident Controller. Incident Control Centre. Incident Control System. Inter­governmental Agreement. International Maritime Organization. Incident Management Team. International Maritime Satellite. International Petroleum Industry Environmental Conservation Association. International Tanker Owners Pollution Federation.
NT OSCP­TOC Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 x of xii NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN LGA LGANT LO MAC MARPOL MC MLO MO MOSES MODU MPC MSDS MSES NATPLAN NOAA NPMC NPOG NRT NRETAS NTPFES NT SC NT MPC NT Plan NTSC OIM OO OPRC OSC OSCP OSD OSRA OSRC OSRICS OSRL OSSC OSTM OWC PIC PO POLREP PoR PWC RCC RSPCA SARO SC SITREP SOLAS SSO UHF UNCLOS VHF WC WMC Local Government Authority. Local Government Association of the Northern Territory Logistics Officer. Mutual Aid Contact (AMOSPlan term). International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships, 1973/78. Marine Coordinator. Media Liaison Officer. Maritime Operations (AMSA). Marine Oil Spill Equipment System. Mobile Offshore Drilling Unit. Marine Pollution Coordinator. Material Safety Data Sheet. Maritime Safety and Environmental Strategy (AMSA). See National Plan. National Oceanographic & Atmospheric Administration (USA). National Plan Management Committee. National Plan Operations Group. National Response Team. Natural Resources, Environment, The Arts and Sport Northern Territory Police, Fire and Emergency Services. Northern Territory Spill Commander. Northern Territory Marine Pollution Coordinator. The Northern Territory Marine Oil Pollution Plan. Northern Territory Spill Commander. Offshore Installation (Rig) Manager. Operations Officer. International Convention on Oil Pollution Preparedness, Response and Cooperation 1990. On Scene Coordinator (now “Incident Controller”). Oil Spill Contingency Plan. Oil Spill Dispersant. Oil Spill Response Atlas. Oil Spill Response Centre (Southampton, UK). Oil Spill Response Incident Control System. Oil Spill Response Limited (Southampton, UK). Oil Spill Service Centre (= OSRC Southampton, UK). Oil Spill Trajectory Model. Oiled Wildlife Coordinator Person In Charge. Planning Officer. Pollution Report. A report, reporting a pollution incident. Place of Refuge Former Parks and Wildlife Commission (NT). Rescue Coordination Centre (Canberra, Australia). Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Senior Search and Rescue Officer. Shoreline Coordinator. Situation Report International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea. Site Safety Officer. Ultra High Frequency. United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea. Very High Frequency. Wildlife Coordinator. Waste Management Coordinator.
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NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN SECTION INTRODUCTION 1 1.1 AIM AND OBJECTIVES 1.1.1 Aim To minimise the effect of any marine oil pollution incident in NT waters, through rapid, effective and appropriate response procedures. 1.1.2 Objectives 1. To ensure that NT DLP and other NT agencies respond according to the priorities set out in Section 1.2, or according to the response aims and priorities set by the NT SC or Incident Controller during a response. 2. To ensure a full and effective integration and utilisation of NT and national response efforts and resources. 3. To ensure that procedures are consistent with those set out in the NT Marine Oil Pollution Manual (NT MOP Manual). 4. To identify protection and cleanup priorities. This plan details the DLP Marine response to marine oil pollution. NT administrative procedures and preparedness guidelines are provided in the NT MOP Manual. 1.2 PRIORITIES The priorities of any marine oil pollution response are the protection of: 1. Human health and safety. 2. Habitat and cultural resources. 3. Rare and/or endangered flora and fauna. 4. Commercial resources. 5. Recreational and amenity areas. 1.3 AUTHORITY This plan has been prepared under the authority of the NT Marine Pollution Act, 1999 and is in accordance with the NT response arrangements detailed in NT Manual. (ref. NT MOP Manual). This plan is also a designated Sub­Plan under the NT Disaster Act, 1982. Statutory Agency and Combat Agency responsibilities are shown in Figure 1.1. Shoreline responsibilities are summarised in Table 1.1.
NT OSCP­01 Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Page 1­1 of 6 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN SECTION 1 Commonwealth Waters: SA = AMSA CA = RP/AMSA Offshore E&P: SA = DOR CA = RP
NT Waters: SA = DLP Marine CA = RP/DLP Marine Within Ports: SA = Port Authority CA = Terminal Operator/RP or Port Authority Figure 1.1 Statutory Authority (SA) and Combat Agency (CA) Responsibilities in NT and Adjacent Commonwealth Waters (RP = Responsible Party) Table 1.1 Statutory and Combat Agencies Jurisdiction Source of Spill Within Mining Any Lease and Petroleum Tenements Commonwealth Any land Combat Agency (1) Tier 1 Tier 2 Tier 3 Statutory Agency NT DOR Responsible Party (RP) RP or offshore Combat Agency (DLP Marine) if associated with a spill at sea. Responsible NT DLP Marine, Port or other Party, or as in Agency at the request of the Tier 2/3 if Commonwealth or landowner. source is Aboriginal title Any unknown Crown land Any Responsible NRETAS or offshore Combat Party, or as in Agency (DLP Marine) if Tier 2/3 if associated with a spill at sea. Leasehold land Any source is unknown Freehold land Any Local Authority Local Authority (1) Response Tiers, or levels of response, are defined in Section 2. Note: Land spills of noxious and hazardous substances are dealt with under the NT Fire and Rescue Service Standard Operating Procedure No 001: HAZMAT. AMSA is the Statutory and Combat Agency for spills of hazardous and noxious substances from vessels in Commonwealth waters. DLP Marine is the Statutory Agency for these spills in NT waters. DLP Marine would call upon the assistance of the NTPFES in order to fulfil the Combat Agency role. NT OSCP­01 Amendment: 04 Comm’ Dept. administering the land Relevant Land Council NRETAS/ other designated Authority Leaseholder 01/05/2012 Page 1­2 of 6 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN SECTION 1 1.4 DLP MARINE RESPONSIBILITIES As Statutory Authority for marine oil pollution in NT waters, DLP Marine will:
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Maintain NT Plan (see NT MOP Manual Module B).
Act as Combat Agency for oil spills in NT waters that are beyond the capability of the designated Combat Agency.
Monitor all spills and spill responses through the NT MPC.
Provide support for Port or Company Combat Agencies.
Coordinate the supply of NT equipment and personnel to the IMT.
Undertake investigations and prosecutions.
Facilitate activation of suitable recovery procedures, including: ­ Assisting in the recovery of costs on behalf of all participating agencies. ­ Facilitating damages claims from the public or commercial operators.
Coordinate the provision and deployment of NT equipment and personnel contributing to an interstate or Commonwealth response. 1.5 RESPONSIBILITY OF OTHER AGENCIES The roles and responsibilities of Government and Port agencies are detailed in the NT MOP Manual (Module B) and summarised in Table 1.2. 1.6 SCOPE OF THE PLAN 1.6.1 Area Covered The NT OSCP applies to all oil spills that occur within NT waters. 1.6.2 Spill Source This OSCP covers all oil spills that may occur from vessels, coastal or offshore facilities. Identified higher risk areas are noted in Section 1.8. 1.6.3 Oil Types A variety of oils are transported through NT waters. The procedures and response methods outlined in this OSCP cover all oil groups (Section 1.8.2). 1.7 INTEGRATION WITH OTHER PLANS The Plan is consistent with NT MOP Manual and with:
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NT Police, Fire and Emergency Service Standard Operational Procedures.
Darwin Port Corporation OSCP.
Groote Eylandt (GEMCO) Oil Spill Contingency Plan.
Nhulunbuy (Alcan) Oil Spill Contingency Plan.
Port of Bing Bong Oil Spill Contingency Plan.
AMOSC (AMOSPlan).
Offshore facility plans.
01/05/2012 Page 1­3 of 6 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN SECTION 1 Table 1.2 Summary of Spill Response Responsibilities of Other Agencies Agency Port Authorities and Corporations NRETAS
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NT OSCP­01 Amendment: 04 Key Responsibilities Maintain and document a satisfactory level of (Tier 1) response preparedness by;
· Providing and maintaining suitable spill response equipment.
· Training and equipping a suitable team of personnel to manage a Tier 1 level response and to assist NT agencies in Tier 2/3 responses.
· Undertaking regular exercises and participation in NT and National Plan exercises.
· Maintaining National Plan or other equipment on loan to the Port. · Provision of advice for cleanup of shorelines under NTG jurisdiction.
· Through the ESC, provide advice to the IC and NT MPC on natural and socioeconomic resources.
· Operate the Oil Spill Response Atlas (OSRA).
· Provide advice on waste management.
· Supply personnel to the IMT as required and able.
· Coordination and supply personnel and other resources for the capture, cleanup and management of oiled wildlife.
· Through the ESC, provide advice to the IC and NT MPC on natural resources.
· Supply personnel to the IMT as required and able. · DOR, through its Petroleum Operations Section, is the Statutory Authority for non­vessel spills resulting from offshore exploration and production activities in NT waters and contiguous Commonwealth waters.
· In the event of a Tier 2 or Tier 3 response, DOR will request the assistance of either AMSA or DLP Marine in fulfilling the role of Combat Agency. · Assist the Incident Controller, as required.
· Provide communications for remote marine oil pollution incident responses.
· Supply personnel to the IMT as required and able.
· Support the Combat Agency in responding to chemical spills.
· During an oil spill response assist the Incident Controller by providing NTPFES equipment as appropriate. · Cleanup oil on shorelines if impact is minor. Otherwise,
· Provide local advice on areas threatened by pollution.
· Assistance with liaison between the Incident Controller and local communities.
· Provision of personnel and equipment for shoreline cleanup operations. · Assist the Incident Controller in maintaining safe working conditions during the response (ref. NTMOP Manual Module C). · Provide skilled individuals from the National Response Team.
· Provide advice to the Incident Controller, NT MPC and/or NT SC.
· Run oil spill trajectory analyses.
· Mobilise fixed­wing aerial dispersant spraying aircraft.
· Mobilise equipment from interstate or overseas.
· Assist in the tracking of suspect vessels.
· Assist in the sampling of oils from suspect vessels.
· Assist in salvage operation.
· Undertake search and rescue (via AusSAR, a division of AMSA). · Supply equipment and operators upon request from a member company or AMSA.
01/05/2012 Page 1­4 of 6 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN SECTION 1 The Plan will generally be used for responses to spills in the NT outside of Ports. However, the Incident Controller will determine which OSCP will be used for a particular response. 1.8 SPILL RISKS IN NT WATERS 1.8.1 Sources and Location The National Plan “Risk Assessment of Pollution from Oil and Chemical Spills in Australian Ports and Waters” (DNV, 2000) identified NT as having a relatively low risk of oil spills. Sources and volumes of oil that may be spilt are shown in Table 1.4. 1.8.2 Oil Type The oil types that could be released, and the possible location of spills, are shown in Table 1.3. The character and behaviour of the oils are provided in Appendix E (also ref. NT MOP Manual, Module M). Table 1.3 Potential Spill Locations and Oil Types Location Oil Type Groote Bing Bong Offshore Open Sea Eylandt E&P (Shipping) Heavy fuel oil Yes Yes Yes No No (1) Yes Diesel Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Lubricating oils Yes (2) Yes (2) Yes (2) No Yes (2) Yes Motor spirit Yes Yes Yes No No Yes Crude oils No No No No Yes Yes Other Avgas ­ Avgas ­ ­ ­ Jet Fuel ­ Jet Fuel ­ ­ ­ (1) FPSOs may contain some HFO if movement under their own power is anticipated. (2) Not handled in bulk. 1.8.3 Darwin Gove Volumes Table 1.4 provides potential spill volumes that could arise from a variety of incidents.
NT OSCP­01 Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Page 1­5 of 6 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN SECTION 1 Table 1.4 Indicative Oil Spill Volumes for Various Spill Scenarios in NT Source Bulk Carrier Tug Line Boat Pilot Vessel Fuel Tanker Note: Tanker size usually 36,000 dwt Incident Grounding (Total loss) Grounding (1 bottom tank) Collision with wharf or other vessel (1 wing tank) Grounding (Total loss) Collision Grounding/ Collision Grounding Collision Grounding (Total loss) Collision Unloading accident Loading pipeline break Location(s) Potential Volume (1) Oil Type Any location, but usually in or approaching ports. Heavy fuel oil (HFO) Handymax (<60 dwt) Panamax (60­90,000dwt) Cape (90­160,000 dwt) Diesel Handymax (<60 dwt) Panamax (60­90,000dwt) Cape (90­160,000 dwt) Heavy fuel oil (HFO) Up to 400t Wharf or channel HFO or Diesel 150t Ports Within Port channels or berths. Any. Ports Pilot pick­up point. Any. Diesel Diesel 100t (Est. total fuel). 25t (1 tank). Diesel Diesel Diesel Cargo: 0.4t (Total fuel = 1 tank). 1.6t (Total fuel). 0.8t (Largest tank) Up to 3,000t (1 centre tank +2 wing tanks). Any Within Ports Within Ports Diesel or Motor spirit Heavy fuel oil Cargo: Diesel or Motor spirit Heavy fuel oil Cargo: Diesel or Motor spirit 2,200t 4,500t 4,500t 300t 380t 400t 1,000t (Total fuel loss). 700t (1 wing tank). 500t (1 tank). 250t Based on 15min discharge & pumping rate of 1000tph. (1) Indicative maximum credible scenario. Actual volumes will vary according to vessel configuration and incident character.
NT OSCP­01 Amendment: 00 01/09/2002 Page 1­6 of 6 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN SECTION RESPONSE ORGANISATION 2 2.1 NATIONAL PLAN Administrative arrangements under the National Plan are detailed in the NT MOP Manual (Module E). Available incident response support is detailed in Appendix B. 2.2 NT ADMINISTRATION ORGANISATION 2.2.1 NT Plan NT Plan comprises the NT Marine Oil Pollution Manual (NT MOP Manual) and NT, Port and facility Oil Spill Contingency Plans. The NT MOP Manual details the administrative arrangements for managing marine oil pollution preparedness and response in NT together with guidelines for procedures to be integrated into each OSCP. 2.2.2 Nominated NT Officers A number of response preparedness and incident response functions have been assigned to individuals. The people assigned to these, and their day­to day job titles, varies and so they are referred to in NT Plan and in this OSCP, by their marine oil pollution management titles:
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Environmental and Scientific Coordinator (ESC). The identities and contact details of the current position holders are provided in the front of the Contact Directory (Directory 1.1 in Appendix G). Incident response functions are outlined below. Administrative functions are detailed in the NT MOP Manual (Module B, Section 3). 2.3 DIVISION OF RESPONSIBILITY The National Plan Administrative Arrangements defines Statutory Agencies and Combat Agencies. As used in NT Plan, these terms are defined below. 2.3.1 Statutory Agency The agency having the legislative responsibility for responding to marine spills in the area in which the incident has occurred, or else for ensuring that an appropriate response is mounted by the Responsible Party (i.e. the spiller) or other nominated agency.
NT OSCP­02 Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Page 2­1 of 8 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN 2.3.2 SECTION 2 Combat Agency The Combat Agency is the agency nominated to have operational control over the spill response. NT Combat Agencies are listed in Table 2.1. 2.3.3 Support Agencies These include any agency that provides, or may provide, essential services, personnel or material to support a spill response. This may be through the Combat Agency or other Support Agency. Support Agencies may be Government or Non­Government agencies. 2.4 LEVELS OF RESPONSE: RESPONSE TIERS Spill response is based on a number of levels, or Tiers (Table 2.1). Each Tier is defined according to the level of resources committed, support agencies and the agency assuming the role of Combat Agency. Table 2.1 Description of Response Tiers (1) in NT Waters Tier 1 Tier 2 Tier 3 Level of Control Responsible Party Active: IMT (2) Support Roles IMT (2) Support Roles Incident Control Nominated Combat Notified/ Standby Active: Active: Agency (3) or Active (4) : Incident Control (3) Incident Control (3) Incident Control NT DLP NT MPC Notified/Active Active Monitoring/Standby Support/ Coordination of Resources Marine Notified Active NT SC Notified (Support/Monitoring) (High level control) Possible “Triggers” for Determining Response Tier (5) 10­1,000 tonnes Indicative Spill Size (4) 0 – 10 tonnes >1,000 tonnes Potential for Economic Low Moderate High or Environmental (Not Significant) (Local or Short­term (Regional or Long­ Damage or Harm Significance) term Significance) (1) Procedures for the determination of the Tier are detailed in Section 3.3. (2) IMT = Incident Management Team. In most cases the Responsible Party will be involved in higher Tiered responses but will not generally be in control of the response. (3) Control Agency may be NT DLP Marine or other agency nominated by the NT SC. (4) Nominated Combat Agency will assume control if the Responsible Party is unknown (Tier 1) or cannot manage the response (Tier 2/3). (5) Indicative only. Highly dependent on a number of considerations.
NT OSCP­02 Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Page 2­2 of 8 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN SECTION 2 2.5 SPILL RESPONSE ORGANISATION: THE INCIDENT MANAGEMENT TEAM Operational control of all oil spill responses rests with the Incident Management Team (IMT) under the control of an Incident Controller (IC). 2.5.1 IMT Functions and Roles IMT functions and roles are outlined in Table 2.2. These functions are allocated to the IMT members as required. 2.5.2 Size and Structure Responsibility for determining the size and structure of a Tier 1 IMT rests with the nominated Incident Controller, who may consult the NT SC. 2.5.3 Tier 1 Response A large response team is not required for a Tier 1 response or small Tier 2 response and some people can be allocated a number of roles. NT SC ESC
Incident Controller Media Liaison Officer Shoreline Coordinator Marine Coordinator Logistics Officer Waste Management Coordinator Control Support/Advice Figure 2.1 Indicative Tier 1 Incident Management Team 2.5.4 Tier 2 and Tier 3 Responses A large response will require a large team and each function will be assigned to an individual or even a response Section, Unit or Team. Figure 2.2 illustrates the distribution of functions, and the names of IMT members, for a major response. NT OSCP­02 Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Page 2­3 of 8 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN Upper Tier 2 & Tier 3 SECTION 2 NT Counter Disaster Committee NT Spill Commander NT Marine Pollution Coordinator Media Liaison Officer ESC Tier 1 & Lower Tier 2 Incident Controller Community Liaison Officer
Advisers Incident Safety Officer Planning Officer Operations Officer Response Planning Coordinator Marine Coordinator Procurement Coordinator Administration Coordinator Aviation Coordinator Services Coordinator Finance Coordinator Shoreline Coordinator Transport Coordinator Records Coordinator Wildlife Coordinator Medical Manager ICC Manager H & S Coordinator Staging Area Managers Situation Coordinator Resource Coordinator Environment Coordinator Consultation Coordinator Logistics Officer Waste Management Coordinator Finance & Admin Officer Communications Coordinator Control Support Note (1) The Environmental and Scientific Coordinator (ESC) may be with the NT MPC or proceed to the ICC to advise the Incident Controller. (2) In an NT controlled spill response the NT MPC may be the Incident Controller. Figure 2.2 Incident Management Team Structure for a Major Response NT OSCP­02 Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Page 2­4 of 8 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN 2.5.5 SECTION 2 Nominated IMT Positions Personnel nominated against key IMT roles (Figure 2.1) are listed in the Contact Directory (Appendix G). 2.6 RESPONSE SUPPORT 2.6.1 NT Plan Resources The NT MPC will coordinate provision of NT and National Plan (see below) equipment and human resources for any response in NT waters. 2.6.2 National Plan Resources National Plan equipment and personnel from the National Response Team (NRT) are also available from the Australian Maritime Safety Authority. This can be accessed through the DLP Marine (NT MPC or NT SC). DLP Marine may request AMSA to coordinate the supply of equipment or personnel directly with the nominated Incident Controller. Additional support services are listed in Appendix B. 2.6.3 Industry Support: AMOSC Industry assistance is available through the Australian Marine Oil Spill Centre (AMOSC), an industry funded response facility based at North Corio Quay, Geelong, Victoria. AMOSC resources include:
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NT OSCP­02 Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Page 2­5 of 8 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN SECTION 2 Table 2.2 Incident Management Roles (ref. Figure 2.2) Function NT Command and NT Spill Commander Support (NT SC)
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NT Marine Pollution Coordinator (NT MPC) NT Environmental and Scientific Coordinator (ESC) Media Liaison NT OSCP­02 Amendment: 03 Role Monitor the progress of all marine oil pollution response in NT waters and adjacent Commonwealth waters, through the NT MPC.
· Appoint the Incident Controller for responses under the jurisdiction of NT DLP Marine.
· Undertake high level management of a spill response including all liaison with the Office of the Chief Minister, the Minister and his/her advisers.
· Management of media and public relations, i.e., ­ Overseeing media response through the Media Liaison Unit ­ Authorising press releases/media information bulletins. ­ Participating in media interviews/press conferences as required.
· Liaising with teams managing other aspects of a major incident, e.g. Salvage, fire and other emergency response and search and rescue. · The Deputy NT SC will assist the NT SC as required. The NT MPC will provide support to the Incident Controller during an incident response. This includes:
· Monitoring the response and coordinating the supply of any additional equipment from within NT or from interstate as required.
· Provide technical or scientific support by mobilising the ESC or other advisers and support personnel.
· Liaising with AMSA for the provision of on­site assistance.
· Keeping the NT SC (or Deputy NT SC) informed. The ESC will:
· Provide support to the Incident Controller.
· Coordinate and collate environmental and other scientific advice as required.
· Mobilise and manage OSRA officer for provision of maps and information from the OSRA database, and integration with AMSA oil spill trajectory model. Manages media relations. Prepares press statements, organises press briefings and supports the IC/NT SC in dealing with media. Comment ·
22/01/2008 The ESC is a nominated officer from NRETAS Environment Protection. A Media Liaison Officer should be appointed.
Page 2­6 of 8 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN SECTION 2 Table 2.2 Continued Incident Management Roles (ref. Figure 3.2) Function Incident Control Incident Control Planning Operations NT OSCP­02 Amendment: 03 Role The overall planning and control of the spill response. Incident Safety For larger responses an Incident Safety Officer (ISO) may be appointed to oversee sites safety management. Community Liaison (Indigenous) The Community Liaison Officer (CLO) is responsible for liaising with indigenous communities affected by the incident and for organising access to indigenous lands and for the protection of cultural resources. Comment A nominated IC is appointed for all spills. If an Incident safety Officer (ISO) is appointed, the ISO must coordinate closely with the H&S Unit. A Community Liaison Officer (CLO) should be nominated for any spill likely to impact shorelines. Refer to Section 5. The coordination, monitoring and review of Incident Action Plans. Planning personnel will collate the information and consolidate the policy, objectives, strategies and tactics developed by the Incident Controller/IMT. Specific functions include: The collection, processing and organisation of information. E.g. oil spill Situation trajectory modelling, weather, sea­state. Tracking of the deployment of resources. Resources Responsible for the collection and collation of environment data/ advice, e.g. Environment obtaining environmental data from OSRA, the ESC and local sources. Consultation with the non­indigenous community and commercial operations. Close liaison with CLO. Consultation Directs all “field” operations in the response. Coordination and direction of all activities undertaken by waterborne craft and Marine equipment. Coordination and direction of all activities undertaken utilising aircraft, e.g. Aviation aerial dispersant spraying, aerial surveillance and transport. Planning and coordination of shoreline assessment and cleanup activities. Shoreline Implementation of the NT Oiled Wildlife Plan, i.e. the collection, treatment and This is a NRETAS Wildlife Wildlife rehabilitation of oiled wildlife. role. Development and implementation of the Health & Safety Sub­Plan. Health and Safety Waste Management Coordination of the containment, storage, transport and disposal of recovered oil and oily waste. Also instruction in on­site handling, storage and/or separation and treatment.
22/01/2008 Page 2­7 of 8 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN SECTION 2 Table 2.2 Continued Incident Management Roles (ref. Figure 2.2) Function Logistics Finance and Administration NT OSCP­02 Amendment: 03 Role Responsible for ensuring that the IMT is provided with adequate resources to enable an effective response. Specific functions include: Acquisition of personnel and equipment. Procurement Acquisition of services and facilities. Services Provision of aviation, land and sea transport services. Transport Preparation of Communications Sub­Plan and for ensuring the provision of Communications communications services and support. Provision of medical services where needed. Medical Responsible for the provision of administrative services to the IC, Sections and Units of the IMT, and for the management of financial (costs) information. Functions include: Administrative services to operate telephones, facsimiles, computers, radios Administration (if qualified) and messenger services. Accounting and contracting services. Finance Collation and filing of records and forms including, time sheets, equipment Records usage records and personnel records. Ensures effective operation of the ICC, including management of information ICC Management transfer of within the ICC, (Status Boards, faxes/ messages delivery/ despatch), administering the meeting schedule, ICC security etc.
22/01/2008 Comment Coordinates with H&S Unit. Page 2­8 of 8 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN SECTION REPORTING AND ACTIVATION 3 3.1 INITIATING THE RESPONSE Reporting and response activation consists of four procedures:
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Establishment of an Incident Control Centre (Section 3.5). 3.2 REPORTING PROCEDURES Reporting procedures are summarised in Figure 3.1. 3.2.1 Receiving External Reports Reports of oil spills or sightings of oil on the sea may come from a variety of sources. Personnel receiving an external report of a spill must:
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Immediately pass the report details to the NT Marine Pollution Coordinator (NT MPC, see contact details in Appendix G). NT Marine Pollution Coordinator Upon receipt of a pollution report, advise:
· AMSA, Environment Protection Group via POLREP (all incidents) and by telephone (if assistance may be required).
· Executive Director, Transport (NT SC).
· Director, Transport Safety (Deputy NT SC).
· Harbourmaster of the Port nearest to the scene (telephone and POLREP).
· Statutory Agency and Combat Agency, if not DLP Marine (ref. Table 1.1) by telephone and POLREP. 3.2.3 Executive Director, Transport For Tier 3 or large Tier 2 responses:
· Notify AMSA, Environment Protection Group (or delegate the NT MPC) and advise: ­ Location and contact details of NT SC and NT MPC. ­ Location of Incident Control Centre. ­ Name and Contact details of the IC. ­ Requirements for assistance (specify location and type of assistance required).
NT OSCP­03 Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Page 3­1 of 6 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN SECTION 3 · Notify NT Police, Fire and Emergency Services.
· For any significant incident, notify the Minister’s Office and provide details of the incident together with a “News Flash” report. Note AMSA should be notified (via POLREP) of any spill of oil or chemicals to the sea regardless of the potential Tier of the response. This will ensure that personnel and equipment are on standby should the incident escalate. Public Report Spill Report from Vessel / Facility Spill Report from Offshore E & P NRETAS Pollution Hotline NT waters* Port waters* C’Wealth waters* Port Harbourmaster AMSA EPG Nominated NT MPC NT DOR C’Wealth NT waters* waters* AMSA Director, Transport Safety Tier 2/3 AMSA EPG
Executive Director. Transport NT Police, Fire & Emergency services Department of Lands and Planning Incidents involving spills of hazardous substances or other emergencies. All spills. Initial call should be followed by a Pollution Report (POLREP) waters* Spill reports should be forwarded as soon as possible, even for Tier 1 responses, so that AMSA and NT agencies can respond quickly in the event of incident escalation. Figure 3.1 Reporting Sequence NT OSCP­03 Amendment: 04
01/05/2012 Page 3­2 of 6 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN 3.2.4 SECTION 3 Hazardous Substances If the spilt substance is possibly hazardous, the NT MPC will contact the NT Police, Fire and Emergency Services. 3.3 INITIAL ASSESSMENT: DETERMINING THE RESPONSE TIER There are no rules for the determination of the response Tier. The fundamental consideration is whether the Responsible Party (i.e. the spiller) or, if the Spiller is unknown, the nominated Combat Agency can manage the response unaided (Tier 1), or whether additional support and resources are needed (Tier 2 or Tier3). 3.3.1 Responsibility The nominated Incident Controller will determine, in consultation with DLP Marine (Director, Transport Safety or NT MPC) whether the spill can be managed using local resources. This assessment must be confirmed by the NT SC. For incidents requiring higher tiered response, the NT SC will determine whether the spill requires a Tier 2 or Tier 3 response. 3.3.2 Procedure This procedure is illustrated in Figure 3.2. Responsible Party RP Assessment Department of Lands and Planning Harbourmaster Port Authority No Assessment Tier 1 Confirmed? No Yes
(Tier 1) Tier 1 Response Director, Transport Safety (or NT MPC) Assessment Confirmed? Yes Tier 2 Response No (Tier 3) No (Tier 2) Executive Director, Transport (or NT SC) Assessment Confirmed? Tier 3 Response Figure 3.2 Procedure for Confirming the Response Tier Note: The Executive Director Transport, as NT SC will determine whether a response is designated as Tier 2 or Tier 3. Guidelines for determining the response Tier are provided in Figure 3.3. NT OSCP­03 Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Page 3­3 of 6 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN SECTION 3 Oil Type? Non Persistent Oils (1) Persistent Oils (1) Could Shorelines (2) Be Impacted? (3) Could Shorelines (2) Be Impacted? (3)
No Tier 1 Monitor Only Yes No Monitor & Reassess Contact NT FRS (4) HAZMAT Response? Yes HAZMAT Response Yes Volumes Spilled? No 0­10 tonnes 10­1,000 tonnes Can Combat Agency Cope? >1,000 tonnes No Yes Can Combat Agency Cope? Tier 1 Notes: (1) Refer to NT MOP Manual Module M. Non persistent oils are volatile. (2) Or other sensitive resource. (3) Based on trajectory analysis and prediction. (4) NT Fire and Rescue Services = Statutory Agency for hazardous spills. No Yes Tier 2 Tier 3 Figure 3.3 Guidelines for Determining the Level (Tier) of Response NT OSCP­03 Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Page 3­4 of 6 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN SECTION 3 3.4 ACTIVATION OF THE INCIDENT MANAGEMENT TEAM 3.4.1 Responsibility The nominated DLP Marine Incident Controller (IC) for Tier 1 responses is the nominated NT MPC. Otherwise, the NT SC will appoint the IC. The NT MPC is responsible for calling out NT or National Plan resources. The NT SC (or Deputy NT SC) must authorise this callout. The NT MPC is responsible for ensuring that relevant charts, maps and support materials are sent to the nominated Incident Control Centre (ICC). 3.4.2 Scale of Call­out The IC will mobilize sufficient equipment and personnel resources required to manage the response (ref. Section 3.3 and Appendix B). 3.4.3 Muster Point DLP personnel nominated to the IMT or coordination roles should initially muster at a DLP Conference Room unless directed elsewhere by the NT MPC. Personnel may be directed to proceed directly to the nominated Incident Control Centre or to the Police Fire and Emergency Services Emergency Centre at Berrimah. 3.5 ESTABLISHING THE INCIDENT CONTROL CENTRE 3.5.1 Location For small scale or short duration responses, the IC will control the response from the ICC at the Port closest to the spill site. For upper Tier 2 or Tier 3 responses, or any spill response that requires a longer term response, the IC may establish the ICC in the Police Fire and Emergency Services Emergency Centre at Berrimah. 3.5.2 First Person On Site The first person to arrive at the ICC will commence preparing the room (see Appendix A, Procedure B). Other rooms may need to be set up for use in support of the ICC.
NT OSCP­03 Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Page 3­5 of 6 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN SECTION INCIDENT CONTROL 4 4.1 THE ROLE OF THE INCIDENT CONTROLLER The IC is responsible for the overall management of the incident response and control of the Incident Management Team (IMT). The functions of the IC are set out in Checklist IMT­1 (Appendix A). 4.2 ESTABLISHING THE INCIDENT MANAGEMENT TEAM 4.2.1 Responsibility The IC is responsible for activating the initial IMT (ref. Section 3) and for allocating functions to each IMT member. After the initial assessment of the incident (Section 3.3), each Section Officer or Coordinator must identify their own staffing needs. Once approved by the IC, each Officer/Coordinator must appoint staff or request allocation of staff through the Logistics Officer. Staffing requirements should be reassessed by Officers/Coordinators after each planning cycle (ref. Section 5). Note: It is important that sufficient staff, including support staff, are allocated to the IMT. 4.2.2 Registration and Induction All appointed staff must be registered with the Finance and Administration Section. All staff must be given Health and Safety induction (ref. Section 6.5). 4.3 DEPLOYMENT Additional facilities may need to be established in the field. These may be required for on site management (Advanced Operations Centres), the deployment of equipment or personnel (Staging Areas) or for the provision of services (e.g. Decontamination Centres, canteens etc.). Note: It is essential that effective communications between the ICC and AOC/ Staging Areas be established and maintained (ref. Section 10.2.5). 4.3.1 Advanced Operations Centres The need for Advanced Operations Centres (AOCs) must be identified as soon as possible, i.e. if:
· Field deployment from the ICC is logistically difficult.
· Space or facilities are limited at the ICC.
· The ICC cannot provide needed security or facilities.
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Wildlife assessment and pre­treatment. Note: The person nominated to manage an AOC or Staging Area should be appropriate for the function of the facility. Note: It is essential that effective communications between the ICC and AOC/ Staging Areas be established and maintained (ref. Section 10). 4.4 INFORMATION MANAGEMENT Documentation and transmission of information relies on the use of:
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NT OSCP­04 Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Page 4­2 of 4 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN SECTION 4 4.5 MEDIA LIAISON 4.5.1 Tier 1 Responsibility For a Tier 1 response all media management is the responsibility of the Incident Controller (IC), who must authorise all media releases. 4.5.2 Tier 2/3 Responsibility For Tier 2 or Tier 3 responses, the NT SC, will assume this responsibility, and must authorise all media releases relating to the incident response. In these cases the NT SC will appoint a Media Liaison Officer (MLO). 4.5.3 Media Liaison Officer The IC or NT SC may appoint a Media Liaison Officer (MLO) to advise the IC and undertake the media liaison function. MLO functions are provided in IMT Checklist IMT­4 in Appendix A. The NT Media Sub­Plan is provided in Module H of the NT MOP Manual. 4.6 ENVIRONMENTAL AND SCIENTIFIC SUPPORT 4.6.1 NT Environmental and Scientific Coordinator The Environmental and Scientific Coordinator (ESC) provides environmental and scientific advice to the IC or NT SC and will:
· Liaise with NRETAS officers regarding environmental risks, sensitivities and natural resources (see Section 5 also).
· Coordinate output from the Oil Spill Response Atlas (OSRA).
· Assist the Waste Management Coordinator in identifying temporary waste storage sites and on site waste management.
· Obtain scientific support and data from AMSA and other support agencies (ref. Appendix B). A Checklist of ESC functions is provided in the Appendix A, Checklist IMT­2. 4.7 COMMUNITY LIAISON 4.7.1 Community Liaison Officer A Community Liaison Officer (CLO) should be appointed if a spill has the potential to impact indigenous title areas or resources, or if these areas need to be accessed for marine deployment or wildlife response.
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NT OSCP­04 Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Page 4­4 of 4 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN SECTION PLANNING 5 5.1 PLANNING PROCESS Planning of the response is the responsibility of the Incident Controller (IC) but involves all key IMT personnel and advisers. 5.1.1 Planning Officer In large­tiered responses (upper Tier 2 and Tier 3) a Planning Officer may be appointed to assist the IC. The Planning Officer’s role is to:
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•Weather. •Tides, currents . •Topography & shoreline character (from OSRA). •Environmental sensitivity data (OSRA, other sources). •Spill trajectory modelling. •Oil data (character, behaviour). •Community issues. Incident Controller Planning Meeting Logistics •Logistical implications of Strategies/ Tactics. •Communications Sub­Plan. •Available and future resources. •Personnel/ services contracted or needed. •Transport available/ needed. Finance & Administration . •Cost implications of Strategies/ and Tactics. •Potential damages claims. •Current financial status. •Information on any legal issues. Incident Action Plan Figure 5.1 Inputs to the Planning Process NT OSCP­05 Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Page 5­1 of 4 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN 5.1.3 SECTION 5 The Incident Planning Cycle The planning process is ongoing and involves a number of procedures:
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Ongoing Planning Meetings to revise and update the IAP. Incident Action Plan An Incident Action Plan (IAP) should outline the following: 5.1.5 Response Policy or Aim This is a broad statement of the over­riding aim of the response, i.e. what the response is aiming to achieve. It should also set priorities. Policy may be set by the IC or by higher management. Objectives These are “goal statements” and indicate desired individual outcomes of the response (e.g. protection of the shoreline between points A and B). Strategies These describe how the IMT plans to reach the stated objectives (e.g. deployment of booms to protect points A and B). Methods (Tactics) These state how the strategies will be undertaken and may be written as a series of tasks detailing the deployment of personnel and equipment. The development of Tactics is undertaken by the relevant Section Officer and Unit Coordinators. Initial Planning Meeting At the Initial Planning Meeting the Incident Controller will brief key IMT Officers (see Figure 2.1 and Figure 2.2) of the situation, if this has not already been done (see Section 5.2). Often, the initial information available is incomplete and some of the initial Incident Action Plan objectives may be focussed on obtaining data. Strategies employed may be:
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Oil fates modelling (Appendix B). Ongoing Revision of the Incident Action Plan The response should be monitored and the IAP revised when objectives are met or when changed circumstances require objectives, strategies or methods to be revised.
NT OSCP­05 Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Page 5­2 of 4 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN SECTION 5 The frequency of revisions to the Incident Action Plan will be determined by the IC and will vary according to the nature of the incident and the scale of the response. 5.2 PLANNING PROCEDURES The checklist for the procedure for developing an Incident Action plan is provided in Procedure C in Appendix A. 5.2.1 Briefing Planning Meetings should be preceded by a briefing, during which the IC, or other person(s) should detail:
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The Logistics Officer (or nominated Communications Coordinator) will develop a Communications Sub­Plan.
The Media Liaison Officer will revise (or prepare) the Media Sub­Plan.
The H&S Coordinator will prepare an H&S Sub­Plan.
If wildlife is oiled, the nominated Wildlife Coordinator will develop a Wildlife Sub­Plan.
01/05/2012 Page 5­3 of 4 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN 5.2.4 SECTION 5 Planning Meeting Phase III Once Tactics and Sub­Plans have been developed they are compiled to form the Incident Action Plan. Resource and logistical needs are then finalised and the IAP is implemented. Issues that should be considered in this final phase include:
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Compilation of a list of resource needs, i.e. communications, equipment and personnel. Risk Assessment The Planning Officer will ensure that spill trajectory analysis, aerial surveillance information and environmental resource and sensitivity information is collated and an environmental risk assessment prepared and presented to the Incident Controller. This should be revised prior to each Planning Meeting. During the Planning Meeting it will be used to determine response strategies and priorities. The NT ESC will generally coordinate this assessment on behalf of the Planning officer. 5.2.6 Other Actions Following each Planning Meeting a designated IMT member will:
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NT OSCP­05 Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Page 5­4 of 4 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN SECTION OPERATIONS 6 6.1 THE OPERATIONS FUNCTION The Operations function encompasses all “field” operations in the response (ref. Section 2, Figure 2.3 and Table 2.2). In most responses an Operations Officer will be appointed (see Figure 2.1). In larger responses an Operations Section would be formed. A large Tier 2 or Tier 3 structure of this Section is shown in Figure 2.2 and encompasses:
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Waste Management (Section 9). As indicated above, marine response, shoreline response and waste management are dealt with in the following Sections. In a small response, aerial response and health and safety are likely to be coordinated by the Operations Officer and are covered in Section 6.4 and 6.5. Wildlife response is coordinated by NRETAS.. 6.2 OPERATIONS OFFICER The role of the Operations Officer is outlined in Checklist IMT­6 (Appendix A). Additional procedures which need to be implemented by the Operations Officer include:
· Documentation/Information management (Appendix D and NT MOP Module C).
· Determination of operational priorities: ­ Development of primary and back­up strategies for IAP objectives (see Section 6.3 and Figure 6.1). ­ Allocation of resources to the various Units.
· Implementation of induction procedures and on­site training (see Section 6.5.2).
· Ensuring effective field site control (Procedure D in Appendix A).
· Provision of adequate levels of supervision.
· Participation in the planning process (see Section 5).
· Monitoring safety, i.e: ­ Ensuring that adequate communications are provided. ­ Ensuring that personnel are adequately trained and inducted.
NT OSCP­06 Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Page 6­1 of 6 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN SECTION 6 SPILL Incident Assessment Oil will not impact shoreline or important resource Oil will impact shoreline or important resource
No Monitor Is Containment and Recovery possible? Yes No Contain and Recover Can oil be dispersed? Yes Permission given to use dispersants ? No Yes No Can shorelines or resources be protected? Apply Dispersants No Is operation successful? Yes Continue Yes Protect Shoreline
Can shorelines be cleaned? No Is operation successful? Yes Shoreline Cleanup No Is protection successful? Continue Yes Is cleanup successful? No Yes Continue Cleanup Achieved Continue Figure 6.1 Generic Guidelines for Determining Response Strategies NT OSCP­06 Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Page 6­2 of 6 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN SECTION 6 6.3 PRIORITIES The main response strategies are indicated in Figure 6.1 and are, in order of preference:
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Natural weathering of oil and recovery of impacted shorelines. 6.4 AERIAL RESPONSE In a Tier 1 response, the Operations officer will be responsible for coordinating aerial surveillance operations under the direction of the IC. For larger­scale responses the Incident Controller may appoint an Aviation Coordinator to coordinate aerial response activities. 6.4.1 Aerial Response Strategies Aerial response methods encompass:
· Aerial surveillance (all Tiers).
· Aerial “spotting” for marine response operations (Tier 2 and Tier 3 only).
· Aerial spraying of dispersants (Tier 2 and Tier 3 only). 6.4.2 Constraints The main constraints for these are listed in Table 6.1. Table 6.1 Operational Constraints for Aerial Response Strategies Response Sea Current Option State (1) (Knots) Aerial ­ ­ Surveillance Use of Aerial 5 ­ Dispersants (1) Dependent on aircraft type. Constraint Wind Oil Viscosity (Knots) (1) ­ 27.0 <2000cSt (2) Other Visibility Range (2) Oils with hypothetical viscosities higher than this may be amenable to dispersants at higher application rates, sea temperatures or elevated mixing energies. A test application may be run to determine amenability.
NT OSCP­06 Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Page 6­3 of 6 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN SECTION 6 6.4.3 Aerial Surveillance For all surveillance tasks:
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Pilots or observers should be provided with information on the likely location of the slick (e.g. OSTM output).
If acting in support of marine response, aircraft should be equipped with radios that allow direct communications with vessels (or spray aircraft). If searching for an oil slick, aircraft should undertake a “ladder search” of the area in which the slick is considered to be located (Figure 6.2) Wind Aircraft Flight Path Once located, the oil slick should be described according to:
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Figure 6.3 Parameters for Describing Oil at Sea Aerial Spraying of Dispersants Aerial spraying equipment is available for larger­scale responses. Available resources include:
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NT OSCP­06 Amendment: 04 Fixed Wing Aircraft from the National Plan contractors (ref. Appendix B, “Dispersant: Aerial spraying”).
Helicopter spray bucket, available via the NT MPC or NT SC (Appendix B). 01/05/2012 Page 6­4 of 6 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN SECTION 6 Table 6.2 Guidelines for the Description of Oil Colour and Thickness Description Barely visible sheen under optimum conditions Silvery sheen on calm water Bright bands of rainbow colour Dull colours seen on calm water Yellowish brown slick barely discernible from aircraft Light brown or black slick easily seen from aircraft Thick dark brown or black slick as seen from aircraft Near the source of a large spill Thickness (mm) 0.00005 0.0001 0.0003 0.001 0.01 0.1 1.0 10 Volume (m 3 /sq km) 0.05 0.1 0.3 1.0 10 100 1,000 10,000 6.5 HEALTH AND SAFETY 6.5.1 Responsibility The Incident Controller is responsible for ensuring that response activities are carried out safely. The IC may appoint an H&S Coordinator to manage Health and Safety. The H&S Coordinator will generally report to the Operations Officer. An outline of an H&S Sub­Plan, including inductions, is provided in the NT MOP Manual, Module I. In the event of a large spill the IC may appoint an Incident Safety Officer to oversee the implementation of the H&S Sub­Plan. 6.5.2 Health and Safety Inductions All IMT personnel and site visitors must be inducted in on­site safety procedures. This should be done by the H&S Coordinator. An outline of an H&S Sub­Plan, including induction procedures, is provided in the NT MOP Manual, Module I. 6.5.3 Material Safety Data Sheets All personnel handling chemical products should be issued with the relevant Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS). The H&S Coordinator, or other delegated person must ensure that this is done and that personnel understand the correct materials handling procedures and personnel protective equipment needed. MSDS for chemical dispersants can be found in Module J of the NT MOP Manual.
NT OSCP­06 Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Page 6­5 of 6 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN SECTION 6 6.6 WILDLIFE RESPONSE 6.6.1 Responsibility Managing the cleanup, care and rehabilitation of oiled wildlife is the responsibility of NRETAS. The IC, or nominated officer, should contact the Oiled Wildlife Coordinator (OWC) in the event that oiled wildlife is observed or considered likely. 6.6.2 Wildlife Response Unit Wildlife response requires a high level of training. A Wildlife Unit may be established to undertake this function. Note: Wildlife response requires a high level of training and must be directed and supervised by NRETAS officers.
NT OSCP­06 Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Page 6­6 of 6 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN SECTION MARINE RESPONSE 7 7.1 RESPONSIBILITY In a Tier 1 response, marine response strategies will be coordinated by the nominated Operations Officer. In a Tier 2/3 response a Marine Coordinator is appointed to implement the marine response strategies and methods as directed by the Operations Officer (OO) and/or Incident Controller (IC). 7.2 RESPONSE METHODS A number of marine response methods are available:
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Application of dispersants from vessels (Section 7.7).
Physical breakup of the slick (Section 7.8).
Monitoring only, i.e. relying on natural weathering processes (Section 7.9).
Shoreline protection (Section 7.10). The effectiveness of these marine response methods can be limited by oil type and weathering (Table 7.1), weather and sea state, or logistics (Tables 7.3 to Table 7.6). Note: The Tables provide in this Section are guidelines only. Each spill should be assessed and the effectiveness of methods and equipment should be monitored throughout the response. 7.3 IMMEDIATE RESPONSE A rapid response can restrict the spread of oil and facilitate recovery of oil and protection of the environment. Immediate response actions should be initiated by the Responsible Party and reported to the NT MPC via a POLREP. 7.4 PRIORITIES General response priorities for the various oils are provided in Table 7.2. All incidents should be assessed, and response priorities reassigned, during the response planning process (ref. Section 6).
NT OSCP­07 Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Page 7­1 of 10 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN SECTION 7 Table 7.1 Marine Response Matrix Showing Predicted Influence of Weathering on Suitability of Methods OPTION OIL GROUP (1) DAY ONE Containment & Recovery (a) Weir Skimmers (b) Oleophilic Skimmers (c) Vacuum Skimmers (d) Sorbent Recovery Dispersant Application Physical Break­up Natural Processes DAYS TWO AND THREE Containment &Recovery (a) Weir Skimmers (b) Oleophilic Skimmers (c) Vacuum Skimmers (d) Sorbent Recovery Dispersant Application Physical Break­up Natural Processes DAY FOUR Containment & Recovery (a) Weir Skimmers (b) Oleophilic Skimmers (c) Vacuum Skimmers (d) Sorbent Recovery Dispersant Application Physical Break­up Natural processes I INSHORE II III IV R R R R R C R R R R R R R C F F F R R R R R R R R R R R R F R C F F F R R R R R R R F F R C F I NEARSHORE II III IV R R R R R C R R R R R C R R R R R R R C F F R R R R R C R R R R R C F R R R R R R C R R R R F C F R R R R R R R R R F R R F R R R R R R F R R R R R R R R R R R R I OPEN SEA II III IV R R R R R F C C C C C C C R R C F F C C C C C C C C C C C F R C F C C C C C C R R F F R F C C C F C C C Key and footnote: R Recommended ­ preferred option F Feasible, but not preferred option C Conditional. Possibly useful but may have adverse effects or logistic problems. Not recommended ­ either not feasible or has significant adverse effects (1) Group I Group II Group III Group IV NT OSCP­07 Amendment: 04 (Density, <0.8). Non­persistent oils. Low viscosity and rapidly spreading, with a high evaporation rate. Do not form emulsions. May pose a fire and explosion hazard. Examples: Condensates, motor spirit, aviation gasoline (avgas). (Density, 0.8 ­ 0.85). Generally rapidly spreading and a moderate to high evaporation rate. Low­moderate tendency to form emulsions. Generally low, but variable, viscosity. Examples: Most diesels, light crudes, some kerosenes. (Density, 0.85 ­ 0.95). Moderate spreading rate and evaporation rate. Tend to form emulsions. Viscosity is variable but may be high. Examples: Medium crude oils, heating oils, most lubricating oils. (Density, 0.95 ­ 1.0). Highly viscous, slow spreading oils with low evaporation. High tendency to form emulsions. Example Heavy fuel oils, heavy crudes.
01/05/2012 Page 7­2 of 10 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN SECTION 7 Table 7.2 Response Priorities for Various Oil Types Product Priority Method Spilt (1) Monitoring/natural weathering. Group I and 1 Protection of sensitive Group II 2 shorelines/resources at risk. Very Light­ Light Oils Do Not Dispersants. Containment and recovery. Use Rationale Oils dissipate rapidly. Oils can cause environmental damage. Potential adverse environmental effects. Not safe. Physical break up of slick. Not safe. Containment and recovery. Has little potential to cause harm. Group III 1 Dispersants. Rapid response and higher encounter Medium 2 rate than other methods. Can prevent Oils emulsification. Monitoring/ natural weathering. Suitable for small or remote spills. 3 Protection of sensitive Oils can cause environmental damage. 4 shorelines/resources at risk. Physical break up of slick: For small spills close to shore only. 5 Diesel Monitor closely (see below). Oils tend to emulsify if mixing energy is Do Not Physical break up of slick: Other oils applied Use Containment and recovery. See above. Group IV 1 Shoreline protection. See above. Heavy Oil 2 Dispersants. May be applicable. Monitor closely. 3 Protection of sensitive Oils can cause environmental damage. 4 shorelines/resources at risk. Monitoring/ natural weathering. Small isolated spills only. 5 Heavy oils may emulsify with high energy Do Not Physical break up of slick. agitation. Use (1) See Footnote (1) in Table 7.1. 7.5 HEALTH AND SAFETY ISSUES 7.5.1 Volatile Oils Spills of volatile (Group I) oils, such as motor spirit (petrol), must be handled with care. Personnel should not attempt to contain or recover such oils unless the site has been declared safe by the Supervisor in charge, or by the Marine Superintendent. Generally, the strategy to be adopted is to protect sensitive shorelines and other resources well in advance of the advancing oil, and to allow the oil to evaporate at sea. Before deploying personnel or equipment close to these spills, the atmosphere should be tested by qualified person using a “combustible gas­ oxygen analyser”. These available from the nearest Port operator or from NT Police, Fire and Emergency Services.
NT OSCP­07 Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Page 7­3 of 10 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN SECTION 7 Table 7.3 Beaufort Scale Beaufort Scale 0 1 2 3 Wind Speed (1) Mean Range 0 <1 2 1­3 5 4­6 9 7­10 Wind Calm Light air Light breeze Gentle breeze 4 13 11­16 5 19 17­21 Moderate breeze Fresh breeze 6 24 22­27 Strong breeze 7 30 28­33 Near gale 8 37 34­40 Gale 9 44 41­47 Strong gale 10 52 48­55 Storm 11 60 56­63 Violent storm 12 ­ >64 Hurricane Description Sea Flat. Ripples. Small wavelets. No breakers. Large wavelets. Some breaking crests & scattered white horses. Small waves. Fairly frequent white horses. Moderate waves. Many white horses. Occasional spray. Large waves. Extensive white foam crests. Some spray. Sea rises. White foam from breaking waves in streaks. Moderate, long waves. White foam blown in long streaks. High waves. Dense streaks of foam. Wave crests begin to topple. Very high waves. Long hanging crests. Foam in large patches. Sea surface largely white. Extreme waves (small­ medium ships lost to view). Foam covered sea surface. Reduced visibility. Air filled with foam and spray. Driving spray. Very reduced visibility. Wave Height (2) Mean Max. ­ 0.1 0.2 0.6 ­ 0.1 0.3 1.0 1.0 1.5 2.0 2.5 3.0 4.0 4.0 5.5 5.5 7.5 7.0 10.0 9.0 12.5 ­ ­ >14 ­ (1) In knots (~0.5m/second or 1.8 km/hr). (2) In metres. 7.6 CONTAINMENT AND RECOVERY 7.6.1 Component Methods In assigning equipment it is essential that a balance is achieved between:
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Waste transport and onshore waste receiving capacity. Procedures for deciding on the most suitable method are illustrated in Figure 7.1
NT OSCP­07 Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Page 7­4 of 10 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN SECTION 7 Information from Planning & Surveillance Yes Ideal Conditions: ­ Wind < 14­22 knots Is Containment Possible ? ­ Sea State < 3­4 ­ Currents < 1 knot No
Yes Ideal Conditions*: ­ Wind < 7­22 knots Is Recovery Possible ? ­ Sea State < 1­4 ­ Currents < 1 knot *Highly dependent on skimmer type. No Yes Are Vessels and Equipment Available ? No Yes External Resources: ­ Industry via AMOSPlan ­ State via Logistics ­ National Plan and interstate via AMSA Mobilise Resources Apply Tactics Deploy Marine Waste Storage/ Transport Units Deploy Vessels Booms & Skimmers Arrange Onshore Waste Storage Continue Yes
Deploy Aerial Support Arrange Onshore Support Are Strategies Effective ? No Consider Other Strategies Figure 7.1 Marine Containment and Recovery Strategy Guide NT OSCP­07 Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Page 7­5 of 10 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN 7.6.2 SECTION 7 Constraints Indicative operational constraints are shown in Table 7.4. Table 7.4 Operational Constraints for Containment and Recovery Response Option Boom Containment Deflection Weir Disc Mop/Belt Vacuum See Appendix B Recovery (Skimmers) Temporary Storage (4) Sea State (1) 3­4 3­4 1 2­3 3­4 1 ­ Current (Knots) (2) 1.0 2.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 ­ Constraint Wind Viscosity (Knots) of Oil (3) 16­22 ­ 16­22 ­ 7 <1000 11­16 <1000 16­22 >1000 7 ­ ­ ­ Other Vessel Availability. Availability of storage for oil Capacity & transport time (1) Refer to Table 7.3. (2) 1 Knot = 0.5m/second or 1.8 km per hour approximately. (3) cSt = centistokes. Caution: Fresh, volatile oils should not be contained due to their low flash point. No attempt should be made to recover these oils until the safety of the area has been established. 7.6.3 Temporary Waste Storage Marine storage containers are listed in Appendix B. It is important that the time taken to fill, transport, empty and re­deploy these is calculated throughout the response. 7.7 USE OF DISPERSANTS FROM VESSELS 7.7.1 Approval for use Dispersants may only be applied after approval has been given by the Incident Controller. Permission will be based on the Guidelines for the Use of Dispersants (Figure 7.2 and Module L of the NT MOP Manual). Note: Dispersants may be used immediately to reduce a fire/explosion risk posed by spilt oil. 7.7.2 Requirements
· Vessels equipped with appropriate spray booms.
· Spotter aircraft, to direct the vessel towards the most concentrated oil and to report on effectiveness.
· Effective communications between vessels and spotter aircraft.
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3. Do weather/sea/tide conditions allow the use of dispersants? Yes No 4. Is the oil dispersible ? Yes No 5. Is the effect of the dispersed oil likely to be less than the effect of untreated oil? Yes No 6. Have necessary approvals been given ? Yes Apply dispersant No 7. Is dispersant effective ? Yes Consider shoreline response methods: 8. Has effective dispersion been achieved ? ­Shoreline Protection ­Shoreline Cleanup ­Monitor/Natural Recovery No
Yes Job done Figure 7.2 Guidelines for the Use of Dispersants (Note: The use of dispersants should be reassessed regularly) NT OSCP­07 Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Page 7­7 of 10 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN 7.7.3 SECTION 7 Constraints Vessels spraying dispersants are generally restricted to:
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Persistent (non Group I) oils. Table 7.5 Available Dispersants and Methods of Application at Sea Type Product Type I Hydrocarbon based Type III Concentrates 7.7.4 Application BP­AB Undiluted from vessels only At a dose of 1(disp.) : 5(oil). Undiluted from aircraft or vessels at 1:30. May be diluted or educted for use from vessels or from fire monitors. If used diluted dose rate is increased. Ardrox 6120 Corexit 9527 Corexit 9550 Corexit 9500 Dasic Slickgone NS Slickgone LTSW Shell VDC Shell VDC Plus Tergo R­40 Warren­Springs system Used neat from Vikospray or similar. Can be diluted for use in Warren Springs system. Health and Safety Issues Due consideration should be given to safety at all times when handling dispersants. Personnel must be familiar with instructions on the safe use of dispersants and be given the relevant Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS, see NT MOP Manual Module J). Caution: Vessel Masters must ensure that crews are not exposed to dispersants sprayed from the vessel or from aircraft. Caution: Dispersants should not be used to wash skin or clothing. 7.8 PHYSICAL BREAKUP OF SLICKS Thin films of oil can be physically dispersed by agitating the sea surface using vessels' propeller wash. 7.8.1 Constraints The use of this method is constrained by:
· The size of the slick. It is not feasible to treat large spills.
· Oil volatility (flash point). Light, volatile (Group I) oils may pose a fire or explosion hazard. These oils will dissipate quickly and should not need to be treated in this way.
· The potential for some oils to emulsify. Heavy fuel oils and lubricating oils may emulsify if subject to prop­wash. This method is seldom required or applicable.
NT OSCP­07 Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Page 7­8 of 10 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN SECTION 7 7.9 OTHER METHODS 7.9.1 In Situ Burning In situ burning is the process of controlled burning of contained oil at sea. This method has not been generally accepted as a method in Australia. Burning may be considered when oil can be contained but recovery, transport or disposal is not possible. Constraints to this method are:
· Oil needs to be contained (e.g. by booms).
· The oil slick must be thick (i.e. at least 2­3mm thick).
· Oil should be unweathered. Weathered, emulsified or heavy oils need to be ignited at higher temperatures and will need accelerants.
· Fire­proof booms are not currently held in Australia.
· Burnt residues must be recovered and disposed of. These are difficult to handle and may pose a health risk to personnel.
· Smoke produced is undesirable in populated areas. 7.10 SHORELINE PROTECTION Inshore or onshore protection methods should be initiated if:
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Use of sorbents to protect beach surface or associated fauna. Other methods such as chemical treatment or pre­application of dispersants are not recommended. General guidelines for shoreline protection methods are provided in Table 7.6.
NT OSCP­07 Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Page 7­9 of 10 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN SECTION 7 Table 7.6 Guidelines for Shoreline Protection (1) Shoreline/Resource Cliffs Boulder beaches/reefs Cobble beaches Pebble beaches Sand beaches Energy (2) Medium­ High Medium­ High Medium­ High Medium­ High High Medium Low Method Constraint/Comment No inshore protection methods likely to be effective. High energies make protective methods unlikely to succeed. Wave action will overcome any barriers/ booms. If oil movement is along the shoreline. Oil can be deflected from sensitive parts of the beach Exclusion booming Either inshore (light boom or sorbent boom) or onshore (e.g. beach/shore guardian boom). Sand barriers Push sand down beach to form a barrier to incoming oil (very low energy beaches only) Loose Sorbents May be used to stabilise oil coming ashore (or on shore) and prevent oiling of wildlife. Deflection booming Deflect oil from flats. Often limited Mud or sandflats (inc. Low application due to expanse of area. intertidal seagrass Exclusion booming Using either beach/shore guardian flats) of small areas boom or sorbent boom or snares. Deflection boom Deflect oil to shore. Inlets and tidal creeks Medium Deploy barrier boom within creek at Low point where flow<0.75knots. Earth barrier/dam Push earth over inlet mouth. Cover or sandbag dams in plastic and hold in place with sandbags to avoid dam being washed away Deflection booming If oil movement is along mangrove Mangroves Low fringe. Exclusion booming Light/sorbent boom or snare booms across inlets or in front of small sheltered areas. Exclusion booming Block inlets Saltmarsh Low Earth/sandbag Across inlets only if booms are not dams available. Be careful of potential damage to saltmarsh. (1) Shoreline sensitivities and priorities should be assessed during the planning phase of the response. (2) Energies may vary.
NT OSCP­07 Amendment: 04 Deflection booming 01/05/2012 Page 7­10 of 10 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN SECTION SHORELINE RESPONSE 8 8.1 SHORELINE RESPONSE ORGANISATION The Shoreline Unit undertakes shoreline assessment and cleanup strategies and is under the direction of a nominated Shoreline Coordinator. An indicative Shoreline Unit organisation is shown below (Figure 8.1). Shoreline Coordinator Administrative Support
Shoreline Assessment Supervisor Shoreline Cleanup Supervisor s Shoreline Assessment Assessment Team Leaders Shoreline Cleanup Team Leaders Figure 8.1 Indicative Shoreline Unit Organisation 8.2 SHORELINE RESPONSE STRATEGIES A number of shoreline response strategies are shown in Table 8.1, but shorelines should be assessed to see whether these are suitable. This will depend on:
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Environmental sensitivity to oil and cleanup methods. The application of these methods in the NT is outlined in Sections 8.3 to 8.12. NT OSCP­08 Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Page 8­1 of 10 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN SECTION 8 Table 8.1 Application of Shoreline Cleanup Methods to Various Shoreline Types Cleanup Method C C C C C C C C C C C, A C, A C, A C, A C, A C, A C, A C, A C, A C, A Bioremediation R C R C C R R C C Sand Blasting/ Steam Cleaning R C R Use of Chemicals R R C High Pressure Washing C C R C C C C C C C R R C C C Low Pressure Washing/Flushing 22/01/2008 C C C R R Sediment Reworking C C C C C C C C C R R R R C C Vacuum Recovery C C R C C R R R R R R R C C C Mechanical Removal R R R R C C R C R R R C C C R R Use of Sorbents NT OSCP­08 Amendment: 03 Manual Removal of Oil and Debris Shoreline Type Form/ Exposure Cliff (exposed) Cliff (sheltered) Platform (exposed) Platform (sheltered/broken) Artificial Seawalls/ Jetties Rip­rap (boulder sea wall) Boulder Beach (exposed) Beach (sheltered) Cobble Beach Pebble Beach Gravel/grit Beach Course sand Beach Fine sand Beach Mud/ Silt Intertidal Flats Mangroves/ Saltmarsh Coral Reef Substrate Bedrock Natural Recovery
Key: A = Approval may be required R = Recommended/Preferred option C = Conditional. May be applicable =Not recommended C C C C C C C C C C C C C Page 8­2 of 10 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN SECTION 8 8.3 NATURAL RECOVERY Oiled shorelines may be left to naturally recover if:
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Recovery of natural resources is likely to be rapid. Table 8.2 Use of Natural Recovery Method Shoreline Type
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Consent of landowners is required. Monitoring may be required for persistent (non­Group I) oils.
Safety warnings/sign­posts should be used. Personnel and transport for erection of signposts. 8.4 MANUAL REMOVAL OF OIL AND OILY DEBRIS Removal of oil and oily debris using manual labour is an efficient but slow method, applicable to most shoreline types. This method also tends to result in better selection of oiled substrate and consequently less waste than mechanical methods. Table 8.3 Use of Manual Cleanup Methods Shoreline Type
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This is a slow method and not suitable for use if the extent of oiling is great. Close supervision of cleanup teams is essential.
Work­site control should be established (Appendix A, Checklist NT IMT­D) Approx. 20 persons/km worked/day (2 teams).
2 Shoreline Cleanup Team Leaders
22 sets overalls, gloves, hats, boots.
Shovels/wheelbarrows/rakes etc as required.
Suitable waste storage and transport (e.g. up to 500 plastic bags/km/day).
Transport as required.
Site support equipment.
22/01/2008 Page 8­3 of 10 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN SECTION 8 8.5 USE OF SORBENTS TO COLLECT LIQUID OIL Loose sorbents or sorbent mats can be used to facilitate the manual or mechanical removal of liquid oil from most shoreline types. They may also be applied to oiled areas to reduce slippery conditions, e.g. on jetties, seawalls or boat ramps. Table 8.4 Use of Sorbents on Shorelines Shoreline Type
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See Table 8.3 if used with manual cleanup.
See Table 8.6 if used with mechanical cleanup. Close supervision of cleanup teams is essential in order to prevent over­application. Sorbent material. A number of sorbent materials are available, or can be improvised from available materials. Table 8.5 lists some of these together with the estimated effectiveness of each. Table 8.5 Available Sorbent Materials Sorbent Material Coconut husk (dry) Wood chips/bark Sawdust Vermiculite Polyethylene Flash spun Foam/sponge Polypropylene Pads/rolls fibre Stitch­bonded Pom­poms Polyurethane Ground Foam/sponge Oil Capacity (1) Non­viscous (2) Oils 2­3 2­5 5­10 0.5­3 6 22 8 15 2 5 22 Viscous (2) Oils 10­20 5­10 10­20 4­6 6 30­40 15 22 18 14 30­40 Comment May sink after prolonged exposure tom water Will sink if washed from shore. Synthetic. All will float. Difficult to dispose of if used with heavy oils (e.g. Lubricating oil, Heavy fuel oil). Can be re­used if used on diesel or lighter products. (Note: sorbency or reused materials may be enhanced) (1) Weight of oil compared to weight of sorbent. (2) Viscous oil = > 3,000cSt, Non viscous oil = < 3,000cSt. 8.6 MECHANICAL REMOVAL OF OIL AND OILY DEBRIS Mechanical cleanup is the preferred cleanup for extensively oiled sandy shorelines. This method tends to result in the removal of clean substrate also and close supervision is required to minimise this. Generally, if > 2cm of sediment is to be removed it is best to seek expert advice.
NT OSCP­08 Amendment: 00 22/01/2008 Page 8­4 of 10 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN SECTION 8 The shoreline should be reworked so that the profile after cleaning approximates what it was prior to cleanup. Table 8.6 Use of Mechanical Removal Methods on Shorelines Shoreline Type Constraints Application
Resource Requirements
Not suitable for use on:
· Bedrock or boulders.
· Mud or silts.
· Shorelines dominated by sensitive fauna (bird nesting) or flora (seagrass/mangroves/saltmarsh). In addition to the above:
· Access and sediment load bearing capacity.
· Fluid oils may not be amenable to recovery.
· Recovery of buried oil may be difficult or result in the removal of too much sediment.. · Clean parallel to shoreline.
· Ensure vehicles do not pass over oily sediments. · Grader, front­end loader and truck (for waste transport).
· Fuel (allow 20­25 litres/hr/vehicle).
· Manual cleanup support team; 3­4 people, Team Leader and personal protective equipment. 8.7 VACUUM RECOVERY Vacuum recovery is suitable for the recovery of liquid oils and wet debris from most types of shoreline provided that access is available. Table 8.7 Use of Vacuum Recovery of Liquid oil from Shorelines Shoreline Type
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Not recommended for pebble beaches unless oil is associated with loose debris (i.e. pebbles will be removed with the oil unless the method is used with care). Not to be used if the oil is volatile e.g. fresh diesel. Not to be used on Group I oils (e.g. motor spirit at any time).
On some shorelines this method may result in the removal of large volumes of water along with the oil. This may pose waste problems. Liquid oil may be scraped into pits for ease of collection. These must be cleaned before backfilling. Vacuum truck, or
Portable vacuum system and
Adequate storage. 8.8 SEDIMENT REWORKING Reworking coarse substrates (grit, pebbles or cobbles) will facilitate natural cleaning by wave action. Although slow, this method is very efficient in terms of the commitment of labour and equipment.
NT OSCP­08 Amendment: 00 22/01/2008 Page 8­5 of 10 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN SECTION 8 Table 8.8 Use of Sediment Reworking Method on Shorelines Shoreline Type
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High to moderate energy cobble and pebble beaches only. Not to be used if the oil is fresh and liquid, and oiling is heavy (oil removal should be slow and oil released should be weathered). Method A: Oil stained sediment is pushed into the “surf zone” for cleaning by wave action (Sediment may be reworked a number of times), or
Method B: Oil is left on the surface so that wave action can clean off surface oil. When clean, the surface can be “tilled” to bring underlying oiled sediments to the surface to be cleaned by wave action. This process should be repeated until the beach is clean.
Method C: Pebble beaches can be reworked using high­ pressure seawater (see Section 8.10). Method A: One front­end loader or bulldozer.
Method B: Tractor and tiller, or grader.
Method C: See Table 8.9. 8.9 LOW PRESSURE WASHING/FLUSHING Washing methods can be used for all oil types and are best suited to shorelines with substrates of pebble size or larger, but may be applied to sand beaches with care. Low pressure washing can also be applied to mangrove, saltmarsh and shallow corals provided that:
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Stable sands and muds (with care). Oily run­off must be collected using inshore booms and skimmers.
Care must be taken not to wash surface oils into clean underlying sediments.
Oily runoff must not pass over clean shoreline unless enough water is applied to prevent adhesion of oil to clean sediments (i.e. deluge/flushing). Wash oil from top of beach to lower levels using moderate pressure. If lower intertidal zones are unoiled, this may need to be done on elevated tides only.
Irrigate beach with large volumes of low­pressure seawater.
Deploy booms and skimmers to collect oily run­off. Pump: 30­50psi @ 200­500 litres/min (12­30 cubic m/hr).
Hoses: Flexible hose (e.g. fire hose) for spot­washing Hose or pipe for irrigation.
Inshore boom (250­300m), anchors etc.
Skimmer.
22/01/2008 Page 8­6 of 10 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN SECTION 8 8.10 HIGH PRESSURE WASHING High pressure washing methods can be used for all oil types but should not be used on small substrates (smaller than pebble). Pebble shorelines should be cleaned with care. Table 8.10 Use of High pressure Washing Methods on Shorelines Shoreline Type
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Any well drained rocky shore (bedrock to pebble). As per Table 8.8
Wash oil from top of beach to lower. If lower intertidal zones are unoiled, this may need to be done on elevated tides only.
· Deploy booms and skimmers to collect oily run­off. Pebble beaches only:
· Pebble can be reworked/pushed down the beach into the shallow subtidal and then washed with the high­pressure water­stream.
· Pebble can then be reworked/pushed back up the beach. This method is suitable for light oils and non­viscous oils. · Pump: 100­1000psi @ 20­100 litres/min (1­6 cubic m/hr).
· Hoses: Flexible hose (e.g. fire hose).
· Inshore boom (250­300m), anchors etc.
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May be used on other shoreline types with extreme care, and with environmental advice. Not suitable for use on vegetated shorelines (mangroves, saltmarshes) or on, or near, corals.
Oily run­off cannot be contained and recovered. Do not use near sensitive inshore communities.
Health and safety procedures to be followed (consult MSDS in NT MOP Manual). May be sprayed neat or diluted.
If tidal flushing is restricted, use hoses to wash shorelines after application (20 ­ 60 minutes after application). Dispersant (see Appendix B).
Backpack spray packs (see Appendix B).
22/01/2008 Page 8­7 of 10 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN SECTION 8 8.12 SAND BLASTING AND STEAM CLEANING These methods can be damaging to structures and substrates being cleaned and will remove all plants and animals that are living on the substrate. Consequently they are recommended only for public artificial shorelines (jetties, boat) where slippery oil could pose a safety risk. Table 8.12 Use of Sand Blasting and Steam Cleaning Shoreline Type
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Steam cleaning is not suitable for use on fresh volatile Group I oils (motor spirit). Group II oils (diesel) should be left to weather. Used by skilled operator under close supervision. Cleaning unit
Sorbent boom, snares or other means of collecting runoff.
See Appendix B. 8.13 OTHER METHODS A number of other cleanup methods have been used, and may be suggested during an incident. These are discussed briefly below. 8.13.1 Bioremediation Bioremediation is the artificial stimulation of the natural breakdown of oil by bacteria. The most commonly applied method involves the addition of high nitrogen/ phosphate fertilizers to the oiled shoreline. Degradation is a slow process and should not be regarded as a short­term cleanup method. Light oils are not amenable to this method as light fractions are non­persistent and toxic to the microorganisms. The medium components of heavy fuel oils will degrade but heavy residues will be physically removed by wave action rather than by degradation. Generally, this method would only be considered for the longer­term rehabilitation of environmentally sensitive areas where conventional cleanup methods cannot be applied. 8.13.2 Cutting of Oiled Vegetation Cutting of oiled foliage has been suggested for oiled mangroves and saltmarsh. This may be of benefit if the sediment is unoiled and if access to the swamps can be achieved without causing damage. However, some saltmarsh species recover slowly from cutting and this damage must be balanced against the likely damage from the oil. This method should be used under close environmental supervision.
NT OSCP­08 Amendment: 00 22/01/2008 Page 8­8 of 10 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN 8.13.3 SECTION 8 Burning of Oiled Vegetation and Debris This method has been used where the recovery of oiled debris has been problematic due to large volumes and/or isolation and inaccessibility of the shoreline. Light oils will evaporate and so this method is unlikely to be required. This method may be considered for medium oils, if unweathered. Close supervision is required to ensure that the method is effective and that operators are not damaging unoiled vegetation. Close supervision is required. Heavy oils do not burn well and generally leave a tarry residue after burning. This is difficult to remove and may percolate into sediments. Consequently, this method is not recommended for heavy oils. 8.13.4 Trenching This involves the digging of a trench through oiled sediment so that fluid, subsurface oil can leach into the trench. It may be collected from here or allowed to wash out naturally. This method may alter the drainage pattern and should not be used in vegetated areas (mangroves, saltmarsh). 8.14 ON SITE WASTE HANDLING Waste must be transported along the shoreline to temporary storage sites behind the beach. 8.14.1 On­Site Transport Table 8.13 lists some of the equipment available for transporting of wastes along shorelines and provides some handling guidelines. Table 8.13 On­Site Waste Transport Transport Method Manual
Dune buggy and trailer
Small Bobcat Front­end loader
Trucks
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Vacuum trucks NT OSCP­08 Amendment: 00 Suitable Container · Plastic bags
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Comment Supervisors must set safe handling limits (weight).
Take care to allow adequate time for task. Unstable. Close supervision of activity and safety. Check load­bearing capacity of shorelines.
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22/01/2008 Page 8­9 of 10 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN 8.14.2 SECTION 8 Temporary Storage Sites Temporary storage sites should selected according to the following criteria:
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Proximity to road (for removal by truck).
Flat or gently sloping ground.
Ease of establishing secure perimeters (if accessible to public).
Absence of native flora, heritage value or other sensitivity. A number of agencies or personnel may need to be consulted in the selection of the temporary waste storage site, if these occur outside of the lease area (Table 8.14). 8.14.3 Containers Suitable types of containers are listed in Section 9. Note: Container used for storage must be covered if rain is possible, to avoid overflow. Table 8.14 Agencies or Personnel to be Consulted in Selection of Waste Storage Sites Agency/Person Waste Management Coordinator (IMT)
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If access is gained across indigenous lands.
If the site is close to indigenous heritage sites. If site is within park.
If access is across parkland.
If site may pose a threat to native fauna. If site is within, or close to, native vegetation.
If site is of known or potential heritage significance. If site is on council land or reserves. If site is on indigenous lands. If site is on private land.
22/01/2008 Page 8­10 of 10 NORTHERN TERRITORY SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN SECTION WASTE MANAGEMENT 9 9.1 RESPONSIBILITY The temporary storage, transport, treatment and disposal of waste material must be managed if it is to not inhibit cleanup activities or pose any threat to the environment. The IC may appoint a Waste Management Coordinator (WMC) to undertake this task. If large volumes of waste are anticipated, or if the waste is in a remote location, a Waste Management Unit may be required. For any spill likely to produce significant amounts of waste, the WMC will develop a Waste Management Sub­Plan. Note: The volumes of oily waste recovered may be significantly greater than the volume of oil spilled. It is the responsibility of the relevant IMT Officers/Coordinators to request the assistance from the Waste Management Coordinator and to advise on the location and volume of waste storage required. 9.2 ON SITE (FIELD) TEMPORARY STORAGE Temporary storage containers and facilities may be required at:
· Jetties, ramps or other locations where marine response teams bring waste ashore.
· Shoreline segments being cleaned.
· Wildlife cleaning facilities.
· Canteen and rest areas.
· Decontamination centres and equipment cleaning sites.
· Advanced Operations Centres.
· Incident Control Centre. Guidelines for the use of storage containers are provided in Table 9.1. 9.3 WASTE MANAGEMENT SITES The WMC may need to identify a waste management site to store waste from shoreline or marine operations. The site may be to:
· Store collected waste (Table 9.2).
· Undertake the final segregation of waste (Table 9.3).
· Undertake separation or initial treatment of waste (Table 9.4).
NT OSCP­09 Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Page 9­1 of 4 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN SECTION 9 Table 9.1 Guidelines for the Use of Temporary Storage Containers Container Type Plastic bags Suitability Volume (m 3 ) Solid Liquid R C Up to Onshore
0.04/bag Comment · Half fill only.
· Should be moved using Bobcat or front­end loader.
· Not suitable for light oils, sharps or long­term storage. Onshore · Half fill only. Difficult to handle.
200 litre drums R C 0.2 · Cover required. Skips R 15­20 Offshore · Bottom drainage hole to be plugged.
Onshore
R C · Cover required (tarpaulin). Onshore · Can be used for transport on truck Fast tank (1) C R 10 with care.
· Cover available. Onshore · Cover supplied. Flexi­dam (1) R 10 Offshore · On deck or off deck. Flexible bags/ R 1­10 Onshore · Load onto trucks prior to filling. containers (1) C 1­10 Offshore · Covered. Lancer barge (1) R 25 (1) Rigid tanks R Variable Onshore · Security required (public areas). Plastic­lined pits C Variable Onshore · Needs to be well lined.
· Cover needed.
· Security required (public areas). (1) See Appendix B for availability (cf. Equipment: NT and National). R = Recommended/ preferred. C = Conditional. May be used or adapted if preferred options are not available. Not recommended under most circumstances or not applicable. 9.4 SEGREGATION OF WASTE Wherever possible wastes should be segregated in accordance with the preferred segregation in Table 9.2. For large spills, or those where it is not possible to effectively segregate wastes in the field, the ‘field' segregations can be used. Table 9.2 Segregation of Wastes Field Segregation Liquid Oils Wastewater Solid Oils Oily debris NT OSCP­09 Amendment: 04 Preferred Segregation Non emulsified oils. Emulsified oils. Water from temporary storage. Water from heat or gravity separation of emulsions. Water from chemically demulsified oil. High pour point oils. High viscosity emulsions. Tar balls. Oil mixed with cobble or sand. Oil mixed with wood, vegetation, plastics or sorbents.
01/05/2012 Page 9­2 of 4 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN SECTION 9 9.5 TRANSPORT Care should be taken that all vessels, vehicles, or containers used for the transport of oily wastes are sealed and leak­proof. 9.6 WASTE SEPARATION It may be required to separate oil from associated water, sediment and debris, to minimise volumes. It is preferable that this is not attempted on the spill site. Waste separation is usually undertaken offsite at a designated waste processing area. If this is necessary a number of methods may be used (Table 9.3). Table 9.3 Separation of Waste Materials Waste Type Non emulsified oils Emulsified oils Separation Method Water from: Storage areas Heat or gravity separation Chemically separated emulsion High pour point oils High viscosity emulsions Tar balls Oil and sediment Oil mixed with wood or other debris N/A Heat treatment. Gravity separation (1) Demulsifiers (2) N/A (3) N/A (3) N/A N/A N/A Sieve to remove sand (1) Collect oil leaching from storage areas (1) Wash with water or solvent. Collect oil leaching from storage areas (1) Wash with water. (1) May be undertaken at the point of collection (shoreline). (2) May be undertaken at the point of collection but is not preferred. (3) Should not be undertaken on site. 9. 7 DISPOSAL Waste must be disposed of in accordance with NT regulations. Table 9.4 indicates the possible methods of disposal available. Table 9.4 Disposal Methods Type of Material Liquid oil waste (predominantly oil with some water). Oily Water (mainly water some oil). Solid oil inorganic waste (sediment). Solid oil organic waste (non synthetic). Other Solid Waste Materials (oily synthetic materials). Hazardous materials. NT OSCP­09 Amendment: 04 Disposal Method Recycle. Incineration. Oily water separation unit. Land­farming/ Bioremediation. Landfill. Only after oil content reduced to <30 ppm. Land­farming/ Bioremediation. Landfill. Only after oil content reduced to <30 ppm. Landfill. Offsite disposal. Offsite disposal.
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01/05/2012 SECTION 9 Page 9­4 of 4 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN SECTION LOGISTICS 10 10.1 RESPONSIBILITY Logistics is responsible for the provision of equipment, personnel, services and support materials for the Incident Management Team (IMT). In most spill responses, the IC will appoint a Logistics Officer to manage logistics (see Section 2, Figures 2.1 and 2.2). 10.2 LOGISTICS PROCEDURES The Logistics Officer must keep an accurate record of all equipment, personnel, services and materials obtained. This record must include:
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Date requested.
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Record of IMT personnel supplied with resources.
Date of return of non­consumable items.
Record of demobilisation (cleaning and repair) and return of resources. Equipment NT response equipment is listed in Appendix B. Interstate equipment can be requested from AMSA by the IC, through the NT MPC or NT SC (see Appendix B). Industry equipment is available through AMSA or from the Responsible Party, if a member of AMOSC. 10.2.2 Personnel The IC or NT SC may request NT personnel from the participating NT Plan agencies listed in the NT MOP Manual (Module B). Additional support is available from the National Response Team (see Appendix B). It is the responsibility of the Logistics Officer, or nominated Services Officer (see Figure 2.2) to ensure that all personnel are supplied with:
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01/05/2012 Page 10­1 of 2 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN 10.2.3 SECTION 10 Transport Field teams must be transported to and from their work­sites. Private vehicles are not to be used. Some restrictions also exist with regard to the transport of non­government personnel in government vehicles. All IMT personnel should log the following details with the Logistics Officer:
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Any restrictions on use. The Logistics Officer is responsible for tracking transport resources and for ensuring that appropriate transport is obtained from hire companies or other sources. 10.2.4 Medical Services It is important that all field personnel have rapid access to medical support. The Logistics Officer may appoint a Medical Manager to:
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Ensure that this information is incorporated into the H&S Sub­Plan.
Identify or develop medivac procedures. The medical officer will need to coordinate closely with the H&S Coordinator. 10.2.5 Communications For tier 1 responses, the IC may appoint a Communications Coordinator (CC) to ensure that effective communication is maintained between locations and IMT personnel. In a Tier 2 or Tier 3 response, the Logistics Officer will appoint the CC. For remote locations the IC may use the facilities of the Police Fire and Emergency Services Emergency Centre at Berrimah. For upper Tier 2 or Tier 3 responses the CC will prepare a Communications Plan (See Section 5). The Communications Sub­Plan in NT Mop Module K should be modified to produce an incident and location­specific Communications Plan.
NT OSCP­10 Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Page 10­2 of 2 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN SECTION FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION 11 11.1 RESPONSIBILITY It is important that a record is kept of all:
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Assess efficiency or cost effectiveness of various response methods. For small responses the IC may appoint an administrative assistant to undertaken this function. In a larger (Tier 2 or Tier 3) response a Finance and Administration Section may be formed (Figure 2.2). In this case a Finance and Administration Officer (FAO) will be appointed. The role of the FAO is detailed in Appendix A, Checklist IMT­12. 11.2 FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION ORGANISATION The Finance and Administration function can be divided into four main tasks:
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Records, i.e. the collation and filing of all records and forms.
Management of the Incident Control Centre, i.e. ensuring the effective operation of the ICC. 11.3 FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION PROCEDURES Finance and Administration procedures are set out in NT MOP Manual, Module C. These, generally, relate to large­scale or long­term responses. The effective display and transmission of information is critical to all Tiers of response. The display of information within the ICC or other rooms (e.g. AOCs) is particularly important and guidelines for this are provided in the following Sections.
NT OSCP­11 Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Page 11­1 of 2 NORTHERN TERRITORY SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN SECTION 11 11.4 INFORMATION CONTROL Documentation and transmission of information relies on the use of:
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Issue of bulletins and press releases. These are prepared by the Media Liaison Officer. Forms The use of Forms is detailed in Appendix D. A number of Forms are also provided in the NT MOP Manual Module C. Note: In most spills very few forms are required. For larger or more prolonged response the number of forms required is greater. The forms provided in NT MOP Manual are a resource and their use is not compulsory. Like all other resources available, they should be used if required and modified as required. 11.4.2 Status Boards Status Boards are provided in the NT MOP Manual (Module C). Information should be written on Status Boards only by a designated person who will record existing data before entering updated information. 11.4.3 Wall Maps Wall maps, like Status Boards can display much information. A laminated map of the affected area should be displayed in the ICC during all spill responses. If unavailable a montage of topographic maps or marine charts should be pinned to the wall and covered with rigid clear plastic. Information can then be written on these. The information on these must also be recorded before being updated. This can be done using Polaroid or digital cameras to capture the data or by copying information onto smaller photocopied maps Note: If shorelines are impacted, topographic maps or OSRA maps should be used. Marine Charts do not have accurate onshore information. 11.4.4 Briefings Briefings are initiated and conducted by the IC. In larger tiered responses Section Officers and Unit Coordinators may also need to hold regular briefings. Guidelines are provided in Appendix A, Procedure NT OSCP­D.
NT OSCP­11 Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Page 11­2 of 2 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN SECTION TERMINATING THE RESPONSE 12 12.1 RESPONSIBILITY FOR TERMINATING THE RESPONSE The decision to terminate a response is taken by the Incident Controller in consultation with the NT SC. 12.2 CONDITIONS FOR TERMINATION Generally, the decision to stop active cleanup is taken when efforts are not returning any tangible benefit. This rarely occurs at the same time for all components of the response and some Units will be reduced in size, or demobilised, earlier than others. 12.2.1 Planning and Operations The size of the Planning Section and the Operations Section are interdependent and Planning requirements will tend to decline as the Operations Section Units cease activity. 12.2.2 Marine and Aviation Response Marine and Aviation response teams may be deactivated when:
· All oil has been recovered; or
· The oil slick has dissipated (broken up); or
· All oil has impacted shorelines and is unlikely to be refloated (some resources may remain on standby until shoreline response has been terminated).
· The oil slick has gone out to sea and is beyond the range of response options and
· The oil slick is unlikely to return. 12.2.3 Shoreline Response Shoreline response teams may be deactivated when:
· All accessible shorelines are clean (i.e. free of oil).
· Cleanup is having no further net beneficial effect.
· Cleanup is having a net deleterious effects on the shoreline or associated plants or animals.
· The extent and degree of remaining oil is judged to be acceptable or as having little or no actual or potential adverse effects. 12.2.4 Wildlife This is decided by NRETAS in consultation with the IC or NT SC. Wildlife response may continue for some time and will generally cease only when all affected animals are cleaned and, those that can be, are rehabilitated.
NT OSCP­12 Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Page 12­1 of 4 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN 12.2.5 SECTION 12 Health and Safety The H&S Unit would be demobilised as the IMT winds down although the H&S function will continue under the wildlife and waste management responses if the activities of these Units continue. 12.2.6 Waste Management In a major spill the management of wastes may continue for a considerable time beyond the demobilisation of field operations. This would be managed under the Waste Management Plan. The responsibility for this would rest with the party responsible for the spill (if known). 12.2.7 Logistics Logistics function will continue until all equipment is recovered, cleaned and returned to its source. 12.2.8 Finance and Administration Most Units of this Section will terminate at the same time as Logistics, Operations and Planning. However, the Finance Unit will continue, at a reduced level, until all claims are processed and costs are determined. This Unit may be assisted by part of the Records Unit. 12.3 Stand­Down Procedures 12.3.1 Return of Equipment Upon completion of the response, the IC (or delegate) will:
· Arrange recovery of all equipment and unused materials.
· Ensure that all equipment is cleaned, to the extent that available facilities allow.
· Ensure that all equipment is returned to the owner by the quickest possible means (having regard to costs). Upon its return to the owner the equipment shall be thoroughly serviced in accordance with equipment maintenance schedules prior to being stored.
NT OSCP­12 Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Page 12­2 of 4 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN 12.3.2 SECTION 12 Debrief The IC (or NT SC) will hold a post­spill debriefing for any spill for which a response was activated. The debrief should address:
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Integration of OSCP and procedures with other agencies. Incident Report The Statutory Agency may request the preparation of a formal Incident Report. The contents of this should follow the outline of the debrief or other format as specified. 12.4 COST RECOVERY All records of costs must be collated for submission to the relevant insurer. For responses to spills of unknown origin, costs may be submitted to AMSA. All costs incurred in returning equipment to the owner, cleaning and servicing must be included in the overall schedule of costs submitted for reimbursement by the Responsible Party.
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01/05/2012 SECTION 12 Page 12­4 of 4 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN APPENDIX STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES A 1.0 STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES This Appendix contains:
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Checklist for fulfilling specific IMT functions during a response. They are designed as an aid to response and not all directions will be applicable in all spill scenarios. Whilst the Procedures and Checklists are designed to guide personnel through the response they are not a substitute for training or common sense. Table A.1 Lists the Procedures and Checklists contained in this OSCP. Additional Procedures and Checklists can be found in the NT MOP Manual. Table A.1 List of Procedures and Checklists Number Title Standard Procedures NT OSCP­A Initial Marine Oil Pollution Report Information NT OSCP­B Establishing the Incident Control Centre NT OSCP­C Preparation of the Incident Action Plan NT OSCP­D IC Briefing Meeting Procedure NT OSCP­E Site Control Procedures NT OSCP­F Establishing a Field Decontamination Facility NT OSCP­G Sampling and Sample Control Procedures NT OSCP­H Field Test for the Effectiveness of Dispersants NT OSCP­I Obtaining Access To Indigenous lands NT OSCP­J Deployment into Remote Areas IMT Checklists IMT­1 Incident Controller IMT­2 Environmental and Scientific Coordinator IMT­3 Community Liaison Officer IMT­4 Media Liaison Officer IMT­5 Planning Officer IMT­6 Operations Officer IMT­7 Marine Coordinator IMT­8 Shoreline Coordinator IMT­9 Health and Safety Coordinator IMT­10 Waste Management Coordinator IMT­11 Logistics Officer IMT­12 Finance and Administration Officer NT OSCP­App A Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Page A­2 A­3 A­5 A­6 A­7 A­8 A­9 A­11 A­12 A­14 A­16 A­18 A­19 A­20 A­21 A­22 A­23 A­24 A­25 A­26 A­27 A­28
Page A­1 of 28 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN PROCEDURE NT OSCP­A INITIAL MARINE OIL POLLUTION REPORT INFORMATION Name of person receiving report Agency/Division/Role Time of receipt of report Report to be forwarded to: Date Name. Agency. / Question 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Name of Reporter. Contact Details. a Telephone No. b Fax. c E­mail Position of observer when sighting made. Position of the slick. Source of spill (1) . Type of substance spilled (1) . Amount of substance spilled (1) . Description of slick. a General. b Colour. c d 9 10 APPENDIX A Area. Other / A Time : AM/PM Prompt/Answer Bus: A/H: Aircraft Vessel Other (Details): . Ground Black Brown Rainbow Other (Specify) Length (m), Width Broken up? Yes No ___ Windrows (Streaks)? Yes . . Silver . . (m) No . Direction of slick movement (1) Weather/sea conditions. Other information (1) If known
NT OSCP­App A Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Page A­2 of 28 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN PROCEDURE NT OSCP­B Task 1 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 1.7 ESTABLISHING THE INCIDENT CONTROL CENTRE Action Obtain and/or assign ICC equipment. Communications. a Telephone and lines (at least 4). b Fax lines (at least 2 and obtain numbers). c Radio receiver (as required). d Computers (nominate 2 for admin work if required). Information Display. a Set of laminated Status Boards. b Set of forms (minimum of 5 sets). c Regional Maps: i Nautical charts. ii Topographic maps (2 sets of 1:50,000 ). d Clear plastic sheets, to cover maps (4m x 1m). e Overhead projector (in nominated briefing room). f Whiteboards (1 or 2, depending on room layout). Stationary. a Whiteboard markers (12­24 mixed colours). b Ballpoint pens (20 black, 20 red). c Pencils (20 each of HB, B, 2B). d Rulers (10 x 30cm and 5 x 100cm)*. e Adhesive tape (5 rolls). f Paper clips. g Staplers (5) and staples. h Manila folders (20). i A4 white paper (2 packs). j A4 Plastic transparent sleeves (20). k Bulldog clips (25 mixed sizes). l A4 spring clip folders/binders (20). m Transparency sheets (20). Computers (see Communications line 8 also). a Computers for word processing/record keeping. b Printers (at least 2). Administration/ Document Storage. a Photocopier. b Document (“in” and “out”) trays (12­15). c Hanging file trays and file folders. Copy(s) of the NT OSCP and Appendices Tables and chairs. CONTINUED OVERPAGE
NT OSCP­App A Amendment: 04 APPENDIX A 01/05/2012 B Location Status ICC ICC ICC ICC ICC ICC ICC ICC ICC or nominated store Page A­3 of 28 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN APPENDIX A ESTABLISHING THE TIER 1 INCIDENT CONTROL CENTRE (ICC) CONTINUED PROCEDURE ESTABLISHING THE INCIDENT CONTROL CENTRE (ICC) NT OSCP­B Task Action Status 2 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 2.7 2.8 2.9 2.10 2.11 ICC Set up Obtain and/or assign ICC equipment. Order and obtain any items needed (lines 8 –12) Remove any unnecessary papers/materials from ICC. Clean white­boards. Check connections of telephones, faxes. Place OSCPs on the table for reference. Place white­board pens and erasers at the whiteboards. Advise switchboard to direct incoming calls to the ICC. Display appropriate Maps, Status Boards and Charts (Cover all with plastic if not laminated). Position Electronic Whiteboard and ensure it is operational. Locate and label areas for each IMT Section mobilised. Notes: 1. In the location column note the location of resources. Display this in the ICC so that IMT members can find resources and facilities. 2. Not all items will be needed for a small incident. END ICC CHECKLIST
NT OSCP­App A Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Page A­4 of 28 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN PROCEDURE NT OSCP­C APPENDIX A PREPARATION OF THE INCIDENT ACTION PLAN C Generally, a formal, written Incident Action Plan is not required for minor responses. However, the basic procedures for planning the response are the same for all spills. An asterisk (*) denotes steps likely to be needed only for Tier 2 or tier 3 responses. Phase/ Task Briefing Develop IAP 1 2 3 4 5 6 Sub­Plans 7 Action Brief key IMT Officer/Coordinators: a Current situation: i Spill location. ii Spill size. iii Statutory/Combat Agencies. iv Tier/ Resources mobilised. b Predicted situation: i Trajectory. ii Resources at risk/ effects. State Aim (or Policy) of Response. Develop and rank response objectives, based on protection priorities. Develop Strategies for each Objective. Develop Tactics for each Strategy. Identify/obtain any Dispersant use. permits required for Access to strategies Indigenous land. Prepare/Review Sub­Plans: a Communications Sub­Plan. b H&S Sub­Plan. c Wildlife Sub­Plan. Responsibility Check Incident Controller (IC) or others as nominated. IC, and ESC* IC and all Officers / Coordinators. ESC CLO. Logistics Officer. H&S Coord’. NRETAS Wildlife Officer. MLO IC and all Officers /Coordinators. * * * * d Media Sub­Plan. * Determine need for and location of, Advanced Operations Centres or Staging Areas. IAP 9 Document Aim, Objectives and Nominated officer Preparation Strategies (Form IAP 01) i.e. prepare (Planning Officer in Draft Incident Action Plan. a Tier 2/3). 10 Attach Sub­Plans to Incident Action IC to nominated IMT * Plan (IAP). member 11 Prepare revised lists of resource All Section Officers/ needs for submission to Logistics Coordinators Officer. Approval 12 Approve IAP. Incident Controller PROCESS TO BE REPEATED THROUGHOUT THE RESPONSE AS SCENARIO, OBJECTIVES, STRATEGIES OR TACTICS CHANGE Logistics 8 END PLANNING MEETING CHECKLIST
NT OSCP­App A Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Page A­5 of 28 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN PROCEDURE NT OSCP­D Task Preparation 2 3 Briefing Meeting 4 5 6 7 8 NT OSCP­App A Amendment: 04 INCIDENT CONTROLLER BRIEFING MEETING PROCEDURE Action 1 APPENDIX A D Responsibility Status Ensure that Status Boards and Wall Maps FAO or ICC are displaying current information. Manager Check with IC/Planning Officer: a Briefing time/location b Display equipment needed. Set up additional maps/Video/TV as required. Introduction of new IMT personnel and IC roles (if assigned). Situation report: IC or Planning Officer a Location of slick. b Oil data (character and behaviour). c Conditions: Weather/Tides/Currents. d Summary of activities to date. e Location of AOCs/Staging Areas. f Constraints: access equipment/labour. g Spill trajectory. h Outline of Environmental resources at EA or ESC threat and sensitivity data (OSRA). i Safety issues. IC or H&SC j Community issues. CLO k Other issues IC l Review communications Logistics Officer requirements. Function/Section/Unit Reports if required: As appropriate a Media MLO b Community liaison CLO c ESC/Environment ESC/EA d Planning PO e Operations OO i Marine MC ii Shoreline SC iii Aerial AC iv Wildlife WC v Waste WMC f Logistics LO g Finance and Administration FAO i Finance FC ii Administration FAO Outline of new objectives, strategies and IC methods. Any other business. IC END BRIEFING MEETING PROCEDURE
01/05/2012 Page A­6 of 28 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN PROCEDURE NT OSCP­E APPENDIX A SITE CONTROL PROCEDURE E Site Control should be established for every site where access is to be controlled. This includes the ICC, sites of shoreline cleanup, waste storage or any site containing hazards or hazardous materials (ref. NT MOP Manual Module C). Task 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Note 1 Action Identify perimeter of the “Hot” (secure or prohibited) zone. This may be: i Oiled shoreline. (Note: This zone should contain all hazards and sensitive areas where access should be restricted). ii Response vessels. iii Area around the slick. iv Perimeter around aircraft. v ICC Identify the “Hot” zone perimeter by sign­posting or establishing a cordon Identify the “Warm”(exclusion, controlled or support) zone. (Note: This is a non­contaminated/ non­hazardous zone). For the above examples: i Area behind beach including all areas used for support (shelter, canteen, WC, car park). ii Jetty. iii Any air space or water area established to exclude non­response aircraft or vessels. iv The airport, or perimeter around field heli­pad. v The building in which the ICC is situated. The car park should also be within this zone. Identify the “Warm” zone perimeter by sign­posting or establishing a cordon Establish any required “Hot” zone perimeter facilities. For example (i) and (ii) this may include: i Decontamination facility (see procedure NT OSCP­F). ii Temporary waste storage. Establish “Warm” zone perimeter facilities. Generally this is site security. Establish support facilities within Warm zone as required Entry to a Hot Zone should be restricted to:
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· The area from which personnel and equipment are deployed.
· The perimeter where site control is exercised i.e. the entry points to the Hot Zone.
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· The Cold Zone is all public or otherwise unrestricted areas, i.e. those areas outside of the controlled site. END SITE CONTROL PROCEDURE
NT OSCP­App A Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Page A­7 of 28 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN PROCEDURE NT OSCP­F APPENDIX A ESTABLISHING A FIELD DECONTAMINATION FACILITY F The size and complexity of field decontamination facilities required will depend on the character of the oil and on the scale and nature of the cleanup being implemented. This procedure should be modified to meet the needs of each response. Task Action 1 2 Select a flat area and clear away stones and other debris. Cover the area with waterproof plastic (tape joins) and secure with steel pegs. Cover plastic with sorbent mats/rolls. If unavailable, loose organic sorbent material can be used. Place washing pools and waste storage drums as indicated the Figure below. Lay entry pathway (from oily area) using plastic and sorbent pads/rolls. If considered necessary, construct a fence or peg and rope barrier along the entry path and along the boundary between the Hot (oily) zone and the Warm (clean support area) zone (ref. Procedure NT OSCP­E). Cover area and storage bins if rain is possible. Ensure that vacuum trucks and other waste recovery vehicles can access the waste bins (mark out an access road if necessary). Provide final wash facilities (wash basins, soap, towels). Supply clean overalls for end of shift and lunch breaks. 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Final Wash­up (Sinks) Access for Waste Towels etc Trucks Status Clean Water Exit to Clean Area Wash 3 Clean Clothes Oily Clothes Wash 2 Oily Water Wash 1 Stores & Washing Materials
Fence Entry from Contaminated Area Schematic Layout of Field Decontamination Facility END SITE DECONTAMINATION FACILITY PROCEDURE NT OSCP­App A Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Page A­8 of 28 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN PROCEDURE NT OSCP­G SAMPLING AND SAMPLE CONTROL PROCEDURES APPENDIX A G Detailed sampling and sampling handling procedures are contained in NT MOP Manual Module M (Appendix M.2). The following is a summary only. Note: This procedure is for general sampling and is not a procedure for sampling vessels for prosecution purposes. Task 1 2 3 4 5 6 Action Status Establish reason for sampling and obtain any specific sampling, sample handling requirements or equipment requirements from the receiving laboratory. In particular: a Number of replicate samples. b Type of container. c Volume of sample needed. d Cooling needs and time needed to get to laboratory. Sampling from the surface of water: a Thin films: i Use sorbent discs/pads made from glass wool, teflon (PTFE) wool or stainless steel gauze. ii Applied lightly to the water surface and then placed inside an airtight container (see 5) for transport to the laboratory. ii The use of synthetic sorbents is not recommended. If used send a clean sample of the sorbent to the laboratory also. b Thick slicks: i In the absence of specialised equipment, collect using clean buckets, dustpans and wide­necked jars. Sampling from solid surfaces: a Viscous oils and tarballs can be scraped off surfaces using clean steel or wooden spatulas or spoons, and placed into sample containers. b Oil adhering to sediment, seaweed, small pieces of wood, plastic materials or other debris may be collected by placing the oil and substrate material, into the sample container. c Note: Oil samples should not be taken by washing oil from surfaces and no attempt should be made to heat or melt samples taken from solid surfaces so as to enable them to flow into a container. Sampling from wildlife: a Cut oiled feathers of fur and place in containers. b Cut unoiled feathers or fur and send for analysis also. c Avoid taking samples from specimens that have been stored in plastic containers. Place each sample into a container: a Clean glass jars (250­500ml) with wide mouth should be used b Caps of the glass jars or bottles should be lined with either metal foil or be made of teflon (PTFE). Label each sample container with: a Identification code or sample number. b Date and time of sampling. c Brief description of sample and collection point location. Name of person taking sample (and witness). Continued Overpage
NT OSCP­App A Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Page A­9 of 28 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN APPENDIX A SAMPLING AND SAMPLE CONTROL PROCEDURES CONTINUED PROCEDURE NT OSCP­G Task SAMPLING AND SAMPLE CONTROL PROCEDURES Action Status 7 Complete and attach a Chain of Custody label to each jar. This should contain the information on the label (see 6) and also: a Signature and printed name of person who collected the sample. b Signature and printed name of person who witnesses the sample collection. c Chain of Custody record, i.e. repeated sequence of: i Sample handed/sent to. ii Signature. iii Date. iv Sample received by. v Signature. vi Date. 8 Separately record the following information on a Sample Record: a Identification code or sample number. b Date and time of sampling. c Description of sample. d Accurate location from which sample was taken. e Name, organisation and address of person collecting the sample. f Name, organisation and address of independent person witnessing sample collection. g Sample ownership (for who was it collected). h Method of sampling (describing any special technique or equipment used). i Particulars of any photographs taken. j Other relevant information e.g: k i suspected source. l ii suspected contamination of the sample i.e. have detergents been used and if known their type and make. m Chain of Custody record (see 7 above). 9 Send copy of the sample record to the laboratory. 10 Store sample: a In refrigerators or cold rooms (at not more than 5°C) and in the dark. b Ensure that room is secure or else place sample bottles/jars in containers with tamper proof seals. c For samples that may be stored for more than 24 hrs: To prevent biological degradation of wet samples, the addition of 1ml of 50% hydrochloric acid per litre of water samples is recommended. Additionally, displacement of air from the container with nitrogen or carbon dioxide can help to prevent degradation of the sample. d Ensure sufficient space has been allowed in the container for any expansion of the sample that might occur. 11 Transport samples safely. Contact aerial carrier for specific conditions. END SAMPLING AND SAMPLE CONTROL PROCEDURE
NT OSCP­App A Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Page A­10 of 28 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN PROCEDURE NT OSCP­H APPENDIX A FIELD TEST FOR THE EFFECTIVENESS OF DISPERSANTS H The following field test was developed by Dr Don Palmer of the Victorian Institute of Marine Science, Queenscliffe (now the Martine and Freshwater Resources Institute, Dept Natural Resources and Environment, Victoria). It is reproduced with permission. Task Action 1 Obtain required equipment:
· Clean 20 ­ 25 ml screw top test tubes with screw cap and neutral plug.
· Clean 1 to 2.5 ml disposable syringes with needle.
· Various clean wide­mouth (pomade) jars for sampling in field.
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· 10 ml glass syringe with large diameter cannula tip. Place seawater (at ambient temperature of sea surface at spill scene) into test tube. Fill to mark or to about 2 /3 tube volume. Carefully add about 1 ml oil onto surface of water in test tube using an eye dropper or pasteur pipette. Do not let the oil touch the sides of the tube ­ apply directly to the water surface. Note appearance of the oil’s lower and upper menisci (oil/air and oil/water interface). Both, but more importantly, the lower meniscus will be curved and the interface will have a smooth unblemished appearance. With the test tube slightly above eye level and using another eye dropper or pipette, add one to two drops only of dispersant directly onto the surface of the oil. Keeping the test tube very still watch the under surface of the oil very carefully for signs of change. Note any change to the undersurface of the oil. If the dispersant has penetrated and combined with the oil, the curved under surface of the oil will quickly flatten out and may take on a dull rough appearance to the interface. This indicates that the dispersant has combined with the oil and has lowered its surface tension. There may be evidence of a clear liquid emanating from the underside of the oil suggesting that the dispersant has not combined well and has passed through the oil into the water. Carefully screw the cap onto the top of the test tube. Examine the underside surface of the oil again for signs of wisps of oil breaking away from the underside of the “slick” and entering the water. o In a smooth and steady manner, invert the test tube 180 and back to the upright position once every six cycles. Note the appearance of the oil. a Has it entered the water? b Are small particles visible and can light penetrate through the water/oil suspension? c Has the water gone cloudy and opaque? d Is the oil still on the surface of the water or has it taken the form of large particles on or near the surface? If the oil has entered the water as an opaque brown coloured (but not white) cloud, the dispersant has been effective. Place the test tube in an upright position and leave it to settle for five minutes. After five minutes, examine the test tube to see how much of the oil has returned to the surface. If the water is still cloudy, the dispersant has been very effective and the spilled oil is definitely amenable to treatment with the test dispersant. 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Status END FIELD TEST FOR THE EFFECTIVENESS OF DISPERSANTS PROCEDURE
NT OSCP­App A Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Page A­11 of 28 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN PROCEDURE NT OSCP­I APPENDIX A OBTAINING ACCESS TO INDIGENOUS LANDS I Authorised Officers of NT Agencies have the right to access Aboriginal Title lands in order to undertake any tasks required in fulfillment of their statutory obligations (ref. Module E, Section 2.0). In emergency response this would extend to officers of all NT Plan agencies and support staff. However, it should be remembered that the primary objective of most incident responses is to minimise environmental damage and to facilitate natural and community recovery. This is best achieved with the assistance of, and in cooperation with, Aboriginal Land Councils. The following Checklist outlines the recommended procedure for obtaining access to Aboriginal lands. These are summarised in the flowchart overpage. Notification procedures must also include the notification of owners of threatened shorelines and waters). In cases where areas of significant heritage value are threatened, of land owners should be involvement in response planning and in the provision of on­site advice is required (ref. NT MOP Manual Module C, Section 9.3). Task 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 2 1 2 3 4 5 Action a If aboriginal land is threatened by an oil spill contact the relevant land council and advise of the situation. Request access permits as required, or b If the impact of oil is imminent deploy teams to protect the shoreline and then contact the Land Council to request permits. Once Permits are obtained deploy teams as required and Provide Land Council details of team deployments and, when available, a list of names of response personnel involved, and Inform the NT MPC of the situation (via SITREP, Form Rep02). If the issue of a permit is denied or is not forthcoming, contact (by radio/telephone) the NT MPC or (if activated) the NT SC and inform them of the situation. Deploy and initiate response, continue response or demobilise as directed by the NT SC. Activate and brief the Community Liaison Officer (CLO). On notification by the IC, notify the NT OSC and advise on whether a permit has been obtained. Support the activities of the On notification, by the IC or NT MPC, that a permit has been obtained notify the Minister (provide full POLREP, Form Rep01 or SITREP, Form Rep02). If a permit has not been obtained assess the situation and, instruct the IC to deploy and initiate response, continue response or demobilise as deemed necessary. Contact Land Council and confer on issue. Contact Minister and advise of action taken. Confer with IC and NT MPC as required. Responsibility Status Incident Controller NT MPC NT SC CONTINUED OVERPAGE
NT OSCP­App A Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Page A­12 of 28 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN APPENDIX A OBTAINING ACCESS TO INDIGENOUS TITLE LANDS CONTINUED 1 On instruction from the IC, contact Land Council: Community a Obtain permits if these have not been obtained. Liaison b Facilitate the resolution of any issues or concerns on the part Officer of the Land Council. (ref. Checklist c Facilitate the involvement of Land Council personnel in IMT­8) d response planning. Facilitate involvement of Lands Council personnel in provision of on­site advice to response teams. Incident Controller Is oil impact on shoreline or sensitive resources imminent? (<24 hrs) No Yes • Contact Land Council and request permit to enter lands or waters under title. • Deploy Response Teams and initiate response. • Notify NT MPC and advise of actions taken. • Notify NT SC (if active.) Permit issued? No Yes • Deploy Response Teams and initiate response. • Inform NT MPC or NT SC. • Advise and brief Community Liaison Officer (CLO). NT MPC CLO • Contact NT SC. • Confer with CLO. • Contact Land Council and discuss issues and concerns. • Advise IC of Land Council concerns and facilitate resolution. NT SC
• Approve and authorise deployment and response actions. • Contact Land Council and confer on issue. • Contact Minister and advise of action taken. • Confer with IC and CLO on­site. Summary of Procedure for Obtaining Access to Indigenous Lands NT OSCP­App A Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Page A­13 of 28 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN PROCEDURE NT OSCP­J Task 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 APPENDIX A DEPLOYMENT INTO REMOTE AREAS Action J Responsibility Status Determine need to deploy teams into remote area: Logistics Officer & Operations Officer a Number of personnel, i.e: i Marine response. ii Shoreline response. iii Wildlife. iv Waste. b Equipment. c Duration of each of the above deployments. Advise Incident Controller Operations Officer Assess resources needs: Logistics Officer in consultation with a Accommodation. Operations Officer b Transport for personnel. and Unit c Catering and water supply. Coordinators d Decontamination/washing facilities. d Toilets. e Field support (shade/rest areas). f Other support. g Fuel. h Equipment storage area or facility. i On site maintenance. j Waste storage areas. k Other. Assess existing access (see list in “6” below). Logistics officer Advise Incident Controller Operations officer If necessary, deploy assessment team to investigate: Deployed by Operations Officer. a Road condition (including river crossings). Team to include b Ferry/barge services. Operations and c Boat ramps. Logistics personnel d Airstrips. Assess requirements and develop a Field Logistics Officer in Deployment Sub­Plan. This may require 2 phases: consultation with Operations Officer a Consider and consult with the following: i Vegetation clearance. NRETAS. ii Aboriginal lands. CLO iii Equipment needs. IC b Consider and consult with the following: Logistics Officer in i Traffic volumes and NTPFES & CLO consultation with Operations Officer need traffic control. ii Transport services such Contractors as barges, trucks etc. Advise Incident Controller and request approval If approved, execute Sub­Plans Monitor progress Planning Officer END OF DEPLOYMENT INTO REMOTE AREAS CHECKLIST
NT OSCP­App A Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Page A­14 of 28 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN CHECKLIST IMT­1 INCIDENT CONTROLLER APPENDIX A IC Note: Reporting and Incident Assessment procedures are documented in Action Flowchart 1 and in Section 4 of the OSCP. Phase Activation/ Mobilisation Establishing Control Evaluation Planning NT OSCP­App A Amendment: 04 Action Time 1 Obtain details of spill and any actions taken by the spiller or person on scene. Check the following: a Time of initial (this) call. b Name/title of caller. c Location of incident. d Nature of incident. e Time of incident/incident report. f Source of the report. g Volume of oil spilled. h Type of oil spilled. i Wind & current data. 2 Start Personal Log. 3 Verify that relevant agencies have been advised (via POLREP; Form REP 01) (Section 3.2). a Nearest Port Operator b DOR C AMSA, EPG. 4 Authorise any immediate action required from on site personnel. 5 Dispatch person to establish nominated ICC. 6 Mobilise IMT (as required) to the ICC and assign IMT roles. 7 Proceed to the ICC and verify that it has been set­up. 8 Establish radio or telephone contact with Responsible part, closest Port, AMSA or other relevant agencies. 9 For non­minor spills, call NT SC and confirm POLREP. 10 Determine trajectory: a Manual estimate. b Commission computer oil spill trajectory modelling (as per Appendix B). 11 Determine resources at risk (consult ESC). 12 Reassess the Response Tier, in consultation with the Responsible party and the NT SC. 13 Arrange aerial surveillance. 14 Convene planning meeting (see Procedure NT OSCP­B). 15 Instruct Logistics Officer to compile a resource list (labour, equipment, transport and other support) and authorise procurement of additional needs. 16 Instruct MLO to prepare initial media/public release. CONTINUED OVERPAGE
01/05/2012 Page A­15 of 28 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN APPENDIX A INCIDENT CONTROLLER’S CHECKLIST CONTINUED. Phase Ongoing Response Response Termination Post Spill Action Time 17 Implement spill response actions as per OSCP and IAP. 18 Continue to monitor slick (position, trajectory, behaviour) through the Planning Officer. 19 Monitor the response by scheduling and undertaking regular briefings/debriefings of IMT (in a tier 2/3 response, the planning Officer will monitor this for the IC). 20 Amend the IAP as required. Inform Statutory Agency and NT SC of any changes via SITREP (Form REP 02). 21 For upper Tier 2or Tier 3: Call for additional resources, as necessary, from NT SC or on­scene AMSA adviser . 22 Issue regular SITREPS (log release) to: a NT MPC (if not the IC). b NT SC. c Statutory Agency (DOR or other as appropriate). d AMSA, EPG. e Responsible Party. f IMT members (posted in ICC). 23 Ensure that IMT is supplied with food, drink etc. (in Tier 2/3 this is undertaken by the ICC Manager (part of the Finance and Admin Unit). 24 Arrange relief for IMT members. 25 Monitor H&S performance through Operations Officer (Tier 1) or Incident Safety Officer or H&S Coordinator (Tier 2/3). 26 Monitor waste volumes and management through Waste Management Coordinator. 27 Tier 1: Commission media statements from the MLO. These must be authorised and released through the NT SC. 28 If necessary, give permission to use dispersants. Consult with the ESC ­unless used to combat an emergency. 29 Terminate response if conditions are met (OSCP Section 12) 30 Advise the NT SC, AMSA EPG and other Statutory Agency. 31 Ensure that all IMT members and Support Agencies are informed of stand­down (issue final SITREP, Form REP 02). 32 Monitor, and ensure a safe and complete demobilisation. 33 Debrief IMT. 34 Attend NT SC debrief as required. 35 Ensure that all records are retrieved, collated and stored. 36 Prepare schedule of costs and supporting documentation. END IC CHECKLIST
NT OSCP­App A Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Page A­16 of 28 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN CHECKLIST IMT­2 ENVIRONMENTAL AND SCIENTIFIC COORDINATOR APPENDIX A ESC The ESC will advise the IC on environmental matters including sensitivities, priorities and potential adverse effects of oil and cleanup activities. Phase Activation/ Mobilisation Assessment Action 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Planning 8 9 10 Ongoing Response 11 12 13 14 Response Termination 15 16 Post Spill 17 18 19 Time Upon callout, report to Incident Controller/ICC. Start Personal Log. Attend Initial Briefing/Planning meeting. Activate OSRA. Obtain available data re: a Weather). b Tides, currents. c Topography/shoreline character Access OSRA if required d Environmental sensitivity data e Spill trajectory (OSTM from AMSA as per Appendix B). f Oil data (character/behaviour) (Appendix E or ADIOS). g Action taken to date. Consult other agency personnel as appropriate and identify any personnel that may be required as part of the IMT. Advise the IC of staffing requirements for environment support. Attend planning meetings with IC and other IMT members. Provide input (re 6­8 above) and identify information available and still required. Advise IC on environmental sensitivities and consequent protection and cleanup priorities. Monitor environmental conditions (see “4” above) and response. Keep IC informed of any changed risks or priorities. Ensure that environmental Support Agencies are kept informed via SITREPS (Form REP 02). Monitor and model oil character, advise IC of any significant changes. In a major response, liaise with the Environment Unit of the Planning Section. Advise environmental Support Agencies of termination. Collate all records and data and send to Finance and Administration Section. Attend IMT debrief, if required. Ensure that all records are retrieved, collated and stored. Provide schedule of costs and supporting documentation to IC. END ESC CHECKLIST
NT OSCP­App A Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Page A­17 of 28 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN CHECKLIST IMT­3 COMMUNITY LIAISON OFFICER APPENDIX A CLO The Community Liaison Officer will advise the IC indigenous matters including sensitivities, priorities and social impact. The CLO will also liaise with the local community and ensure that they are kept informed and have opportunity to have input into the response planning process. Phase Activation/ Mobilisation Assessment Action 1 2 3 4 5 Planning 6 7 8 9 Ongoing Response 10 11 12 13 Response Termination Post Spill 14 15 16 17 Time Upon callout, report to Incident Controller/ICC. Start Personal Log. Attend Initial Briefing/Planning meeting. Obtain available data re: a Location and trajectory of slick. b Size of slick and type of oil. c Potential hazards to the local community. d Shorelines or resources impacted, or likely to be impacted. Advise the IC of any real or potential; sensitivities or local concerns. Attend planning meetings with IC and other IMT members. Advise IC on local community sensitivities and consequent protection and cleanup priorities. If necessary initiate community liaison programme to identify concerns and priorities. Review the initial media/community release (prepared by MLO). Monitor conditions (see “4” above) and response. Keep IC informed of any changed risks or priorities. Ensure that Local community agencies are kept informed via bulletins. Assist field teams with any field liaison required. As required, assist field teams in gaining access to areas outside of the mining lease. Advise local community agencies of termination. Attend IMT debrief, if required. Ensure that all records are retrieved, collated and stored. Provide schedule of costs and supporting documentation to IC. END CLO CHECKLIST
NT OSCP­App A Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Page A­18 of 28 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN CHECKLIST IMT­4 MEDIA LIAISON OFFICER APPENDIX A MLO All Media releases issued for DLP Marine controlled responses (Tier 1) should be approved by the NT SC Phase Mobilisation / Activation Planning Ongoing Response Action 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Post Response 9 10 11 12 13 14 Time Report to Incident Controller at ICC. Start Personal Log. Attend briefing with IC. Review the Media Sub­Plan. Prepare, in consultation with the IC, a schedule for media releases. Assist the IC in the preparation of SITREPS (Form REP 02). Monitor media broadcasts and newspapers and advise the IC/NT SC of issues arising. Prepare and release regular media bulletins, as authorised by the IC (Tier 1or lower Tier 2) or NT SC (upper Tier 2 or Tier 3). Arrange facilities for media representatives: Arrange field visits for the media. Brief IC or NT SC for interviews and attend if requested. Attend regular briefings. Prepare a report on the Media aspects of the response if requested by the IC. Attend debrief if requested. END MLO CHECKLIST
NT OSCP­App A Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Page A­19 of 28 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN CHECKLIST IMT­5 PLANNING OFFICER (TIER 2/3 ONLY) APPENDIX A PO A Planning Officer is appointed to major spill responses to coordinate the Planning Process under the direction of the IC. The Planning Officer will implement procedures set out in NT MOP Manual Module C, Procedure B in this Appendix, and in Section 5 of this OSCP Phase Activation/ Mobilisation Action Assessment 1 2 3 4 Planning 5 6 7 8 Ongoing Response 9 10 11 Response Termination 12 13 Post Spill 14 15 16 NT OSCP­App A Amendment: 04 Time Upon callout, report to Incident Controller/ICC. Start Personal Log. Attend Initial Briefing. Obtain and collate data re: a Weather. b Tides, currents. c Wildlife effects. d Shorelines or other resources impacted. e Slick POLREP. location Manual Calculations. OSCP Appendix B. OSTM modelling. Request aerial surveillance from IC. f Action taken to date. IC assist IC in re­determining response Tier. Advise the IC of staffing requirements for Planning Section. Coordinate Planning meeting schedule for IC and record development of the IAP. Coordinate and collate Sub­Plans prepared by Section Officers and check compliance with the objectives and strategies of the Draft IAP (OSCP Section 5). Collate IAP for IC. Collect, collate and distribute data (see task 4 above) as required. Monitor performance of response against objectives and alert the IC if revision of the IAP is warranted. On notification by the IC, Planning Section personnel. Ensure that all equipment is cleaned, repaired and returned to stores. Attend IMT debrief, if required. Ensure that all records are retrieved/ collated/ stored. Provide costs and supporting documentation to IC. END OO CHECKLIST
01/05/2012 Page A­20 of 28 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN CHECKLIST IMT­6 OPERATIONS OFFICER Phase Activation/ Mobilisation Assessment Planning 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Response Termination 15 16 17 Post Spill NT OSCP­App A Amendment: 04 OO Action 1 2 3 4 Ongoing Response APPENDIX A 18 19 20 Time Upon callout, report to Incident Controller/ICC. Start Personal Log. Attend Initial Briefing. Tier 1 only: Assist EA to obtain and collate data re: a Weather. b Tides, currents. c Action taken to date. Advise the IC of staffing requirements for marine response. Tier 1: In consultation with the IC, develop marine and shoreline response plans. Tier 2/3: Develop Operational Sub­Plans in compliance with the objectives and strategies of the Draft IAP (OSCP Section 5). These are developed in consutation with Marine Coordinator, Shoreline Coordinator and other Coordinators. Collate equipment/ labour/ transport requirements for operations and provide list to the IC (Tier1) or Logistics Officer (Tier 2/3). Allocate resources within the Operations Section. Direct and coordinate operations (field) response activities. Ensure that teams (Tier 1) or Units (Tier2/3) receive: a H&S and other inductions b Information; i.e. Briefings/Weather. c Personal protective equipment. d Supplies and support services. Tier 1: Monitor activities of non­response craft and request (via IC) an exclusion zone ­if necessary. (This is done by the marine coordinator in Tier2/3). Obtain regular (daily) data: a Location of slick: aerial surveillance reports. b Condition of the oil (field reports, modelling). c Sea state and weather. If required, request (from IC) aerial observer support for containment and recovery operations, and for vessel dispersant spraying operations. Inform environment Adviser (Tier 1) or Waste Management Coordinator (Tier 2/3) of anticipated waste volumes/type. On notification by the IC, advise vessels and other field personnel of termination. Ensure that all Field Teams return safely. Ensure that all equipment is cleaned, repaired and returned to stores. Attend IMT debrief, if required. Ensure that all records are retrieved/ collated/ stored. Provide costs and supporting documentation to IC. END OO CHECKLIST
01/05/2012 Page A­21 of 28 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN CHECKLIST IMT­7 MARINE COORDINATOR (TIER 2/3 ONLY) Phase Activation/ Mobilisation Assessment Planning 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 Response Termination 16 17 18 19 Post Spill NT OSCP­App A Amendment: 04 MC Action 1 2 3 4 Ongoing Response APPENDIX A 20 21 22 Time Upon callout, report to Incident Controller/ICC. Start Personal Log. Attend Initial Briefing. Once briefed by the IC or OO, advise the OO of likely staffing/equipment requirements or constraints for marine response. In consultation with the OO, develop and update a Marine Sub­Plan for the IAP. Calculate marine response equipment/ labour/ transport requirements and provide to Logistics Officer. Direct and coordinate marine response activities. Prepare work­orders for marine response teams. Ensure that Marine Response Teams receive required: a Information; i.e. Briefings/ Inductions/ Weather. b Personal protective equipment. c Supplies. Monitor activities of non­response craft and, if necessary, request (via OO) an exclusion zone ­. Obtain regular (daily) data (from OO or Planning Section): a Location of slick: aerial surveillance reports. b Condition of the oil (field reports, modelling). c Sea state and weather. If permission is given to use dispersants, coordinate vessel based dispersant operations. Monitor aerial spraying activities and ensure that vessels are clear. Request (from OO) aerial observer support for containment and recovery operations, and for vessel dispersant spraying operations. Inform Waste Management Coordinator of anticipated waste volumes and type. Document all use of equipment, consumables and services. Advise vessels and other Marine Unit personnel of termination. Ensure that all Field Teams return safely. Ensure that all equipment is cleaned, repaired and returned to stores. Attend IMT debrief, if required. Ensure that all records are retrieved/ collated/ stored. Provide costs and supporting documentation to IC. END MC CHECKLIST
01/05/2012 Page A­22 of 28 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN CHECKLIST IMT­8 SHORELINE COORDINATOR (TIER 2/3 ONLY) Phase 1 2 3 4 Assessment 5 Planning 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Response Termination 14 15 16 17 18 Post Spill SC Action Mobilisation / Activation Ongoing Response APPENDIX A 19 20 21 Time Upon callout, report to Incident Controller/ICC. Start Personal Log. Attend Initial Briefing. Assist EC to obtain and collate available data re: a Weather. b Tides, currents. c Action taken to date. Advise the IC of likely staffing, equipment and logistics requirements for shoreline response. Advise OO of known constraints. In consultation with the OO, develop and update a Shoreline Sub­Plan for the IAP. Calculate shoreline response equipment/ labour/ transport requirements and provide to OO or Logistics Officer. Obtain regular (daily) data on: a Location of oil: aerial surveillance reports and Shoreline Assessment Team data. b Condition of the oil (field reports, modelling). Prepare work­orders for shoreline response teams. Ensure that Shoreline Teams receive required: a Information; i.e. Briefings/ Inductions/ Weather. b Personal protective equipment. c Communications equipment. d Supplies. Monitor activities of non­response personnel and request (via IC) security ­if necessary. If permission is given to use dispersants onshore , ensure that all H&S procedures are followed. Ensure the provision of land transport for shoreline cleanup and assessment teams (via Logistics Officer). Coordinate Shoreline Assessment Teams. Coordinate Shoreline Cleanup Teams. Document all use of equipment, consumables and services. Advise shoreline response teams and ensure that all return safely. Ensure that all equipment is cleaned, repaired and returned to stores. Attend IMT debrief, if required. Ensure that all records are retrieved/ collated/ stored. Provide costs and supporting documentation to OC. END SC CHECKLIST
NT OSCP­App A Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Page A­23 of 28 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN CHECKLIST IMT­9 HEALTH AND SAFETY COORDINATOR (TIER 2/3 ONLY) Phase Activation/ Mobilisation Assessment Planning Ongoing Response Response Termination Post Spill APPENDIX A HSC Action Time 1 2 3 4 Upon callout, report to Incident Controller/ICC. Start Personal Log. Attend Initial Briefing. Advise the IC of staffing and logistics requirements for Health and Safety function. 5 Obtain information on the oil type and assess whether it poses particular health or safety risks (e.g. fire or other hazard). 6 Develop and update a Shoreline Sub­Plan to implement the IAP shoreline response strategies. 7 Implement H&S induction process for all personnel. 8 Ensure that proper H&S procedures have been implemented for the response. 9 Rectify any practices which breach the H&S procedures implemented for the response. 10 Obtain regular (daily) data on: a Activities of response field teams. b Condition of the oil (field reports, modelling). 11 Ensure that proper H&S procedures have been implemented for the response, i.e. teams receive: a Safety inductions. b Personal protective equipment. c Communications equipment. d Supplies. 12 Compile any incident Reports for debriefing. 13 Attend IMT debrief, if required. 14 Ensure that all records are retrieved/ collated/ stored. 15 Provide costs and supporting documentation to IC. END HSC CHECKLIST
NT OSCP­App A Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Page A­24 of 28 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN CHECKLIST IMT­10 WASTE MANAGEMENT COORDINATOR (TIER 2/3 ONLY) Phase Activation/ Mobilisation Assessment Planning 6 8 9 10 11 Response Termination Post Spill WMC Action 1 2 3 4 5 7 Ongoing Response APPENDIX A 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 Time Upon callout, report to Incident Controller/ ICC. Start Personal Log. Attend Initial Briefing. Make preliminary assessment of waste types and volumes. Advise the OO of likely staffing and logistics requirements for waste management response. In consultation with the OO, develop and update a Waste Management Sub­Plan. Calculate waste management equipment/ labour/ transport requirements and provide to Logistics Officer (via OO). As required advise marine and shoreline response field teams on the temporary storage of collected oil. Coordinate the transport of oil and oiled debris to central storage, or permanent disposal, sites. Obtain regular (daily) data on: a Location of oily waste. b Type and volume of waste being generated. Prepare work­orders for waste management teams and personnel. Coordinate and deploy any field waste management teams. Document all use of equipment, consumables and services. Advise field teams and ensure that all return safely. Ensure that all equipment is cleaned, repaired and returned to stores. Compile a waste inventory. Prepare a long term waste management strategy if required. Attend IMT debrief, if required. Ensure that all records are retrieved/ collated/ stored. Provide costs and supporting documentation to IC. END WMC CHECKLIST
NT OSCP­App A Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Page A­25 of 28 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN CHECKLIST IMT­11 LOGISTICS OFFICER Phase/Task Activation/ Mobilisation Assessment Planning Ongoing Response LO Action 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 13 14 15 16 17 18 Response Termination APPENDIX A 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 Time Upon callout, report to Incident Controller in ICC. Start Personal Log. Attend Initial Briefing. Advise the IC of staffing and other requirements. Attend initial planning meeting with IC and IMT. Compile service & support requirements list for IMT. Tier 2/3 only: Develop Logistics Sub­Plan. Tier2/3 or response over a wide area: Develop a Communications Sub­Plan (nominate a Communications Coordinator, CC). Coordinate and process requests for resources. Prepare & record procurement and service contracts. Record all equipment and services commissioned or supplied and costs. Establish staging areas/ storage facilities as required. Liaise with the IC and other Officers/Coordinators and calculate future service & support requirements, re: a Procure personnel and equipment as directed. b Provide adequate storage for equipment. c Delivery of resources. d Shelters and field amenities. e Accommodation. f Catering services. g Field decontamination facilities. h Security for all areas of the response. i Transport. j Fuel. k Maintenance. l Appropriate communications. m Technical support. n First aid services. o Ambulance services. p Record of First Aid/CPR trained personnel. Establish check in/out procedures and records for personnel and equipment. Provide for the ongoing maintenance of equipment. Inform all Logistics personnel of termination. Ensure that all equipment is accounted for/ returned. Ensure that all equipment is cleaned, repaired and returned to owner or supplier. Compile list of consumed/lost/damaged equipment. Attend IC debrief. Ensure that all records are collated and given the IC. END LO CHECKLIST
NT OSCP­App A Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Page A­26 of 28 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN CHECKLIST IMT­12 FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION OFFICER (TIER 2/3 ONLY) Phase/Task Reporting/ Activation Assessment Establishing Section Planning Ongoing Response APPENDIX A FAO Action Time 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 Upon callout, report to Incident Controller. Start Personal Log. Attend Initial Briefing. In consultation with the IC determine staffing requirements. Call in required staff. Allocate work locations and Tasks to Section personnel. Brief Section personnel. Attend initial planning meeting with IC and other Section officers. 10 Identify service & support requirements. 11 Ensure that the IC and Section Officers are aware of the administrative arrangements in place. 12 Oversee functions (see 17­) and keep IC informed 13 Log all procurements and, where appropriate, commence payment/cost recovery procedures. 14 Overview legal requirements and take action/advise IC as appropriate. 15 Record and process all damages claims. 16 Maintain a Log of all Section activities for Administrative Support Report. Administration Unit (Administration Coordinator): 17 Provide staff to undertake administrative services, including: a Communications; telephones, facsimiles radios (qualified personnel only), courier services. b Clerical services; typing. Finance Unit (Finance Coordinator): 18 Administer contracting services. 19 Pay all accounts and costs associated with the incident. 20 Collate expenditure records for cost recovery. Records Unit (Records Coordinator): 21 Collate response personnel time sheets 22 Implement a records management system. Incident Control Centre Management Unit (ICC Manager) : Response Termination 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 Post Spill NT OSCP­App A Amendment: 04 Establish ICC. Maintain Status Boards. Manage information flow within the ICC. Administer ICC security. Collate all records. Secure records and notify IC that records are collated and secured. Upon advice from IC arrange for records to be stored or sent to nominated accounting agency for further processing. Undertake an inventory of all equipment and consumables and return as instructed. 31 Attend debrief or other meetings as required. END FAO CHECKLIST
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01/05/2012 APPENDIX A Page A­28 of 28 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN APPENDIX RESPONSE SUPPORT B Item Aircraft: Surveillance Aircraft: Spraying Operations Charts Note: All tables are at the end of this Appendix Source Consult Appendix G under “services”. If local aircraft are unavailable, or sources cannot be located, contact the NT MPC for assistance. Activation of the Fixed Wing Aerial Dispersant Capability (FWADC) is through the NT MPC or NT SC. Who will contact the AMSA’s duty officer, via AusSAR (see Appendix G). The following Charts cover NT waters:
AUS 14m Groote Eylandt ­ Approaches to Milner Bay (1:75,000).
AUS 20m Clarence Strait (1:50,000).
AUS 27 Approaches to Port of Darwin (1:75,000).
AUS 28 Port of Darwin (1:25,000).
AUS 304 Wellesley Island to Vanderlin Island (1:300,000).
AUS 306 Cape Vanderlin to Cape Grey (1:300,000).
AUS 308 Goulburn Islands to Melville Island (1:300,000).
AUS 309m Darwin to Penguin Shoal (Eastern Sheet) (1:300,000).
AUS 316 Charles Point to Pelican Islet, inc. Victoria River(1:300,000).
· AUS 318m Pelican Island to Penguin Shoal(1:300,000).
· AUS 442 Cape Don to Cape Wessel (1:500,000).
· AUS 715m Cape Arnhem to Cpe Wessel (inc. Gove Hr).
· AUS 720 Port Essington to Cape Hotham (1:150,000).
· AUS 722 Cape Hotham to Cape Fourcroy (1:150,000).
· AUS 724m Fog Bay to Port Keats (1:150,000).
· AUS 725m Port Keats to Victoria River (1:150,000). Oil spill response communications on site are based on VHF radio. See Section 9.2.5 A full Contact Directory is provided in Appendix G. The NT SC may request Defence Force assistance through Emergency Management Australia (EMA), or through AMSA, EPG (who will contact EMA). EMA will arrange for Defence Force assistance once all avenues of utilising commercial resources have been exhausted, or where time frames are such that it is impractical to use normal commercial resources. Basic forms are provided in Appendix D. NT MOP Manual (Module C) provides additional forms. See Section 5 of this OSCP. Environmental information is available from the NT ESC. See also “Oil Spill Response Atlas (OSRA)”. The equipment available in NT is listed in Table B.1. This can be accessed via the IC or NT SC. National stockpiles are listed in the MOSES database (ref. National Marine Oil Spill Contingency Plan Appendix 4), which can be accessed through the IC, NT SC or AMSA. National Plan equipment stored in NT can be released by:
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NT OSCP­B Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Page B­1 of 4 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN Equipment: AMOSC Equipment: Communications Equipment: Oil Company Environmental Data Glossary Health and Safety International Assistance Materials Safety Data Sheets Media Oil Behaviour Oil Character Oil Spill Response Atlas (OSRA) Oil Spill Trajectory Modelling APPENDIX B AMOSC equipment will be released on the request of an Authorised Officer (see Appendix G) or via AMSA, EPG. Communications equipment for the IMT can be obtained from the nominated Communications Coordinator (see Section 10.2.5). Under AMOSPlan industry can access mutual aid from other industry company resources if the Responsible party is a member of AMOSC. To activate the plan a request for assistance is made from the RP Mutual Aid Contact (MAC, see Appendix G) of the to the MAC of a company that is able to provide assistance. See Appendix C. Also refer to Oil Spill Response Atlas (OSRA) below. See NT MOP Manual, Module N. See Section 6.5 of this OSCP and also NT MOP Manual Module I. International assistance can be obtained through the NT SC who will contact AMSA, EPG. Provided in NT MOP, Module J. Refer to Section 4.4. For NT arrangements see NT MOP Manual, Module H. See Appendix E. For local oils see Appendix E. Module M of NT MOP Manual contains an inventory of a large number of oils and lists their characteristics. The character of the oil should be determined from the RP, destination facility or producer of the oil. The following details should be obtained as soon as possible:
· Product name.
· Specific gravity (density).
· Flash point.
· Viscosity at current temperature, or reference temperature.
· Pour point.
· Wax content.
· Asphaltene content. Information on environmental resources can be obtained from the Oil Spill Response Atlas (OSRA) held by NRETAS, see Contact Directory, Appendix G). Oil spill trajectory modelling is available from AMSA, EPG Canberra and can be run at the request of the IC/NT MPC or NT SC. The Oil Spill Trajectory Model (OSTM) can be accessed by contacting:
· AMSA, EPG Duty Officer.
· AMSA’s Web Site, www.amsa.gov.au.
· After hours, AusSAR who will contact the AMSA, EPG Duty Officer. The AMSA “Oil Spill Trajectory Modelling (OSTM) Request” form should be used and sent by either e­mail or fax. The form is available on the AMSA web site and on the digital (CD) version of NT MOP Manual, Module C.
NT OSCP­B Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Page B­2 of 4 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN Oil Spill Trajectory Modelling Continued APPENDIX B Arrangements may be made with AMSA, EPG for model output to be sent, (via facsimile or e­mail) to the ICC, or other location, at regular intervals. Caution: Like all models, the output is a prediction only and is not a substitute for field observations 3% of Wind Vector Su
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· AMSA. Personnel can be obtained through the NT MPC and, for large responses, the NT SC. National Response Team (NRT) members are can be seconded through AMSA, EPG. This should be requested through the NT MPC or NT SC. Member companies can obtain equipment operators and other personnel via AMOSC. A sampling protocol is included in Appendix A, Checklist G and also in NT MOP Manual, Module M, Attachment II. See Appendix F. Regional weather conditions and predictions are available from the Duty Officer of the Bureau of Meteorology (24 hour contact). Local weather information should also be from the Port Operations office. NT OSCP­B Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Page B­3 of 4 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN APPENDIX B Table B.1 NT Equipment Description Darwin Owner DISPERSANT ARDROX 6120 DISPERSANT BP A­B DISPERSANT ­ SHELL VDC DISPERSANT ­ BP AB PUMP ­ DISPERSANT SYSTEM ­ WSL PUMP ­ DISPERSANT SYSTEM ­ WSL PUMP ­ DISPERSANT SYSTEM ­ WSL PUMP ­ DISPERSANT SYSTEM ­ WSL SPRAY UNIT VESSEL MOUNTED VIKOSPRAY SPRAY BUCKET ­ DISPERSANT HELICOPTER ­ SIMPLEX SPRAY BUCKET ­ DISPERSANT HELICOPTER ­ SIMPLEX TANK ­ RECOVERED OIL FLEXIDAM 10000 LT TANK ­ RECOVERED OIL FLEXIDAM 10000 LT TANK ­ RECOVERED OIL COLLAPSIBLE TRANSPAC TANK ­ RECOVERED OIL COLLAPSIBLE TRANSPAC SKIMMER ­ WEIR ­ FOILEX MINI SKIMMER ­ ROPE MOP ­ ORI PIRANHA 1000 BOOM ­ SELF BUOYANT ­ AUST­POL D2 BOOM ­ SELF BUOYANT ­ AUST­POL D2 BOOM ­ SELF BUOYANT SLICKBAR MK32E BOOM ­ SELF INFLATING ­ VERSATECH ZOOM 12/18 BOOM ­ BEACH ­ STRUCTURFLEX LAND SEA BOOM ­ BEACH ­ STRUCTUREFLEX LAND SEA ANCHOR KIT ­ SMALL 15KG SET OF 8 BOOM ­ BEACH ­ STRUCTURFLEX LAND SEA TRAILER ­ BOX TANDEM AXLE TRAILER ­ OIL SPILL PUNT ­ ALUMINIUM ­ KAYFA 5.2M 8.0t 30.0t 4.0t 1.0t 1 60 m 240 m 900 m 300 m 160m 140M 200 m Custodian I.D. No. AMSA AMSA BP SHELL AMSA AMSA AMSA AMSA BP AMSA AMSA AMSA AMSA AMSA AMSA AMSA AMSA AMSA AMSA AMSA AMSA AMSA AMSA AMSA AMSA AMSA SHELL AMSA DPC DPC BP Shell DPC DPC DPC DPC BP DPC DPC DPC DPC DPC DPC DPC DPC DPC DPC DPC DPC DPC DPC DPC DPC DPC DPC DPC MOD­0393 MOD­0394 MOD­A334 MOD­A371 PAL­4338 PAL­4346 PAL­4432 PAL­4437 PAL­A017 PDK­5098 PDK­NEW PBD10735 PBD10736 PBD­4385 PBD­4475 PDA10772 PDD­4463 PDF­4451 PDF­4944 PDF7661A PDH­4239 PDI11634 PDI12491 PDO10781 UNK­0005 VCA­4229 VCA­A272 WCA­4981 AMSA NABALCO AMSA AMSA NABALCO NABALCO NABALCO NABALCO NABALCO NABALCO Nabalco MOD­0395 MOD­A368 PAL­4332 PAL­4334 PBD­A068 PDA­A095 PDF­A152 PDF­A153 PDG­A174 PDI­A205 GEMCO MOD­0396 NEW­0018 PAL­4911 PBD11965 PBD11966 PDA11038 PDF­4296
Gove DISPERSANT BP A­B DISPERSANT ­ BP AB PUMP ­ DISPERSANT SYSTEM ­ WSL PUMP ­ DISPERSANT SYSTEM ­ WSL TANK ­ OIL COLLAPSIBLE RECOVERY (CORT) SKIMMER ­ WEIR DESMI 250 BOOM SELF BUOYANT AUSTPOL CUBE BOOM SELF BUOYANT AUSTPOL D2 BOOM INFLATABLE RO­BOOM (BEACH) BOOM BEACH AUSTPOL BEACH BOOM 10 t 5 t 400 m 200 m 60 m 62 m Groote Eylandt DISPERSANT BP A­B BOOM ­ SELF BUOYANT ­ STRUCTURFLEX GP PUMP ­ DISPERSANT SYSTEM ­ WSL TANK ­ RECOVERED OIL FLEXIDAM 10000 LT TANK ­ RECOVERED OIL FLEXIDAM 10000 LT SKIMMER ­ WEIR ­ FOILEX MINI BOOM ­ SELF BUOYANT ­ PACIFIC GP 800 NT OSCP­B Amendment: 04 5.4 T 300 m 300 m 01/05/2012 AMSA AMSA AMSA AMSA AMSA AMSA AMSA Page B­4 of 4 NORTHERN TERRITORY SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN APPENDIX ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION C INDEX TO MAPS Map 1 Northern Territory Location Map Map 2 Northern Territory Logistics Map Map 3 Bing Bong Map 3 Cobourg Map 4 Darwin Map 5 Groote Eylandt Map 6 Nhulunbuy Map 7 Tiwi NT OSCP­C Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 C­ 3 C­ 5 C­ 7 C­ 9 C­11 C­13 C­15 C­17
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01/05/2012 APPENDIX C Page C­2 of 18 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN APPENDIX DOCUMENTATION D 1.0 THE NEED FOR DOCUMENTATION It is important that information generated and distributed for spill response preparedness and during a spill response, is accurately recorded, transmitted, acted upon and, ultimately, stored for future use. 2.0 Forms Two types of Form are supplied for use with this OSCP (See below). 2.1 OSCP Forms These are used for the maintenance of the OSCP and relate mainly to OSCP maintenance. 2.2 Incident Management Team Forms These are designed for use during a spill response. These IMT Forms support the ICS procedures outlined in Module C of the NT MOP Manual. Table 1 lists the available IMT Forms and their use. Note: In a small response (e.g. a Tier 1 or lower Tier 2) only a few of these will be required. In a larger (upper Tier 2 or tier 3) or more prolonged response more documentation may be required. Table 2 indicates which IMT Role is likely to use the various forms. Personnel nominated against the various IMT functions should be familiar with the purpose and structure of the relevant forms. 2.3 Tracking Incident Management Forms All forms used during an incident should be given a Reference Number. Completed forms should be numbered with an alpha­numeric Reference Number showing source and number, e.g. IC/ 03 denotes the third form issued by the Incident Controller. 2.4 Supplied Forms POLREP, SITREP and LOG Forms are supplied in hard copy at the end of this Appendix. All other forms are supplied with the NT MOP Manual CD ROM.
NT OSCP­D Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Page D­1 of 8 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN APPENDIX D Table D.1 List of Incident Management Team Forms Form No. Title Purpose Reporting and Message Forms REP 01 REP 02 REP 03 REP 04 REP 05 Marine Pollution Incident Report Form (POLREP). Marine Pollution Situation Report (SITREP). Title TBA. Message Form. Message Cover Sheet. Report details of the incident for initial assessment and planning. Report current status of the response and incident. Detailed incident reporting form to be sent to AMSA. Memos, faxes, telephone call messages. Used to preface documents for dispatch or for messages to be relayed to a large number of people. Incident Control IC 01 IC 02 IMT Key Role Allocation and Contacts Contact List Documents the names and contact details of IMT members. An equivalent status Board is also used. Lists IMT members and contact numbers. Incident Action Plan (IAP) Forms IAP 01 IAP Part 1: Strategy IAP 02 IAPPart 2: Tactics IAP 03 IAP: Deployment Status and Resource Tracking Forms STA 01 Status Update: Incident details STA 02 Status Update: Weather. STA 03 Status Update: Tides/Sunrise/Sunset. STA 04 Status Update: Environmental Resources at Risk. STA 05 Status Update: Meeting Schedule. STA 06 Status Update: Media Schedule. STA 07 Status Update: Equipment Deployment. STA 08 Status Update: Personnel Deployment. STA 09 Wildlife Status STA 10 Status Update: Media/ Public Bulletins. Aim, Objectives and Strategies Tactics (methods), resources required and deployments. To document and authorise inputs and changes to the respective Status Boards (ref. Table E.3). The forms may be used as an alternative to the use of Status Boards in lower Tiered responses or where wall space for Status Boards is limited. The Forms allow the tracking of activities, equipment and personnel resources and document activities of the Operations Section Units. Once Status boards have been updated these forms would be sent to the Records Unit/ Finance and Administration Section for filing. Workforce Management Forms WM 01 WM 02 WM 03 Labour Registration Form. Personnel Assignment Form. General Work Order Form. WM 04 Workplace Incident Form. WM 05 Personal or Section/ Unit Log To determine suitable allocation of personnel to Tasks. Used to assign personnel to Section/ Units/ Tasks. Provides authority, guidelines and instructions for the undertaking of specific Tasks. Used to report incidents or other occurrence that require remedial action. To record Personal, Section or Unit work activities. Logistics Forms LO 01 LO 02 Resource Requisition/Allocation Form. Equipment Tracking Log To request resources (equipment/materials/personnel), and to track the acquisition, allocation and delivery of these. To track supply/return of equipment from Logistics Section or stores. Specialist Forms (Numbered according to Section and Unit) OA 01 OS 01 OS 02 OW 01 LC 01 Aerial Observation Report Form Shoreline Assessment Form. Shoreline Status Tracking Form. Waste Tracking Form. Radio Communications Allocation LM 01 OSTM Medical Resources. Oil Spill Trajectory Model Form NT OSCP­D Amendment: 04 To record aerial surveillance flight observations. To document oil distribution on specific shorelines. To track shoreline assessment and cleanup activities. To track waste generated, transported and stored. Logs the allocation of equipment and frequencies to IMT Sections and Units. Lists the Medical resources available and contact details. Form to be filled out and sent to AMSA in order to get Oil Spill Trajectory run of spill.
01/05/2012 Page D­2 of 8 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN INCIDENT MANAGEMENT TEAM FORM REP 01 MARINE POLLUTION INCIDENT REPORT (POLREP) This POLREP is to be completed with as much information as possible (regardless of the size of the spill) and faxed to: NT MPC at DLP Marine , Fax: (08) 8924 7009, and Duty Officer, AMSA, EPG Fax: (02) 6230 6868 Other: __________________ Fax: ________________ Date/Time of Report _____/_____/_____ ____:_____ (24 hr) Ref. No. Date/Time of Incident Location of Incident Latitude Original Report Source Longitude Name Position Contact Address Telephone Fax Mobile Nature of the Incident & Spill Source Point of Discharge Identity &Position of Adjacent Vessels (if source unknown) Cause of Discharge Oil Type or Description Nature & Extent of Pollution Movement & Speed of Movement Has Discharge Stopped? TURN OVER FOR PAGE 2 OF POLREP
NT OSCP­D Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Page D­3 of 8 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN REP 01 INCIDENT MANAGEMENT TEAM FORM POLREP PAGE 2 Weather/ Sea/ Tide Conditions Combat Agency Incident Controller Name Contact Telephone Fax Mobile Statutory Agency Initial Response Actions Samples Taken? Yes No If Yes, Detail Images Taken? (Tick Box) If Yes, Detail Photographs Video Digital Photo Additional Information POLREP Prepared By Name Agency Position/ Role Contact Telephone Fax Mobile Attachments? Yes No I If Yes Note No of Pages Attached: ______
NT OSCP­D Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Page D­4 of 8 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN INCIDENT MANAGEMENT TEAM FORM REP 02 MARINE POLLUTION SITUATION REPORT (SITREP) Precedence Urgent Immediate Standard Ref. No. This Form is to be completed with as much information as possible (regardless of the size of the spill) and faxed to: NT MPC at NT DLP Marine, Fax: (08) 8924 7009, and Duty Officer, AMSA, EPG Fax: (02) 6230 6868 Other: __________________ Fax: ________________ Final SITREP? Yes No Next SITREP ___:____ on ___ / ___ / ___ Date/Time POLREP Reference Incident Name Latitude SITREP Prepared By Longitude Name Agency Position/ Role Contact Telephone Fax Mobile Summary of Events Since Last Report (POLREP/SITREP) Expected Developments Areas Threatened Planned Actions TURN OVER FOR PAGE 2 OF SITREP
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01/05/2012 APPENDIX D Page D­8 of 8 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN APPENDIX OIL CHARACTER E 1.0 OILS IN NT WATERS Table E.1 lists the type and character of oils transported in NT coastal waters and Ports. Table E.1 Oils Transported in NT Coastal Waters and Ports Oil Group Density Viscosity (cSt) (1) Flash Point ( o C) Pour Point ( o C) I I I I II III 0.755 0.7306 0.79 0.7973 0.8272 0.86 ­ 0.88 >0.95 Variable <1 <1 <2.0 ~4.0 3.5 Variable (30­240) High Variable 30 38­40 40 ­80 38­40 50­60 50 to very high Very high Variable Low Low <­40 Low Low Low Motor Spirit­Leaded Motor Spirit­Unleaded Aviation Gasoline (Avgas) Jet Fuel­A Diesel Lubricating Oils* Heavy Fuel Oil (HFO) Crudes IV II­IV High Variable (1) At 15.5 o C. All are fluid except some fresh or weathered Heavy Fuel oils. Many marine spill response methods are limited by oil characteristics (e.g. viscosity) or characteristics of the slick (surface area or slick thickness). It is important, therefore, to determine or predict the properties and behaviour of oils at sea. Oil properties and behaviour are depend not only on oil type but also on ambient conditions, particularly temperature, winds and sea state. A general review of oil character and the implications of these for spill response can be found in NT MOP Manual (Module M). 2.0 OIL BEHAVIOUR Table E.2 General Weathering Trends for Various Oil Types Weathering Process Spreading. Motor Spirit­ Avgas Jet Fuel­ A Diesel Lube’ Oils* HFO Rapid Rapid Rapid Rapid Rapid­ Moderate Evaporation Emulsification High Little or no tendency Rapid Moderate Low*­ Moderate Rapid Moderate Moderate*­ High Rapid Low High High (1) Slow­ Moderate Very Low* Low­High Rapid Variable Low Little Little Little Little or None* Not significant Moderate Little Physical Dispersion Dissolution Little or None Not Not Not Not Photo­oxidation significant significant Significant significant Very Low Very Low Low Probability unless in Sedimentation Probability Probability contact with muds (1) Highly variable characteristics between oils of the same group
NT OSCP­E Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Not significant Moderate­ High* Page E­1 of 4 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN APPENDIX E Table E.3 Predicted Persistence Oils at Sea (Figures Indicate % Remaining at Sea) (1) Volume Spilled Time after Spill Motor Spirit Avgas Jet Fuel Diesel Lube’ Oils* HFO 1 hr 17 40 66 69 100 100 2 hrs 9 21 47 52 99(>150) 99 10 3 hrs * 14 36 40 98 (>190) 98 tonnes 4 hrs * 9 27 30 98 (230) 97 5 hrs * * 21 23 97 (270) 96 6 hrs * * 16 17 97 (>300) 95 7 hrs * * 13 12 96(>300) 94 8 hrs * * 10 9 96>300) 93 9 hrs * * * * 96(>300) 92 12 hrs * * * * 95 (>300) 89 (100) 24 hrs * * * * 92 (300) 82 (120) 36 hrs * * * * 89 (300) 79 (120) 48 hrs * * * * 86 (>280) 75 (120) 1 hr 35 66 80 100 100 2 hrs 23 42 65 100(150) 100 3 hrs 16 29 56 61 100 (200) 100 4 hrs 13 21 48 100 (240) 99 100 5 hrs 10 15 41 100 (270) 99 tonnes 6 hrs * 12 35 39 100 (300) 99 7 hrs * 9 30 100 (300) 98 8 hrs * * 26 100 (300) 97 9 hrs * * 23 26 100 (>300) 96 12 hrs * * 14 15 99 (>300) 91 15 hrs * * 10 9 98 (>300) 90 18 hrs * * * * 97 (>300) 88 24 hrs * * * * 96 (>300) 87 48 hrs * * * * 92 (>300) 79 (120) 1 hr 47 80 88 100 100 2 hrs 34 59 78 100 (150) 100 3 hrs 26 45 70 73 100 (200) 100 500 6 hrs 14 21 51 55 100 (300) 100 tonnes 9 hrs 10 13 44 42 100 (300) 99 12 hrs * * 27 32 100 (>300) 98 15 hrs * * 24 100 (>300) 97 18 hrs * * 16 17 100 (>300) 96 21 hrs * * 10 12 100 (>300) 95 24 hrs * * * * 100 (>300) 94 48 hrs * * * * 97 (>300) 84 (120) * = Oil slick expected to be broken up (1) Weathering rates assume sea temperatures of 25 0 C, and winds of 15 knots. Higher wind speeds and warmer seas would increase losses. (2) See Table 5. (3) Volumes in brackets indicates potential volume of slick taking into account emulsification These should be considered upper estimates. (4) Numbers in italics are for spill volumes above those that can be spilt in NT.
NT OSCP­E Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Page E­2 of 4 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN APPENDIX E 3.0 RESPONSE IMPLICATIONS 3.1 Group I Oils The rapid spreading rates of these oils indicates that containment strategies are unlikely to succeed in the open sea. Inshore containment using booms deployed in a collection array may be possible. The rapid evaporation rate and low flash point indicate that containment strategies should only be attempted after initial weathering has occurred and only if sensitive resources are threatened These oils pose a significant health and safety risk when fresh. The use of dispersants is not warranted unless the oil poses a fire risk and other fire prevention strategies (e.g. use of foam) are unavailable. Dispersant use is generally not advisable because:
· The oil film is too thin for effective application, or
· Dispersed oil would be toxic to marine life.
· The oil is not persistent. 3.2 Diesel Fuel Oil Although classed as persistent oils, diesels are expected to undergo a rapid spreading and evaporative loss in warm waters and, consequently, slicks are likely to break up. Diesel oils tend not to form emulsions at temperatures or mixing energies likely to be found in the region and so this will not inhibit spreading of the slick or evaporation rates. Modelling of diesel using the ADIOS Model indicate that up to 80% of a small diesel spill would be dissipated within 6 hours of release. Less than 10% of the oil is likely to persist beyond 24 hours post spill (Table E.2). The rapid spreading rate of diesel presents problems for containment strategies at sea but if contained, diesel is easily recovered with sorbent or oleophilic disc skimmers. Although dispersible, the rapid spread makes this strategy ineffective; i.e. the oil film is generally too thin 3.3 Lubricating Oils Lubricating oils are highly persistent and are characterised by a very high tendency to form emulsions with seawater and a low evaporation rate. These features can combine to produce large volumes of “mousse” at sea – in a relatively short time The viscosity of the emulsions can, with continuous weathering, present difficulties for dispersant application and recovery using skimmers
NT OSCP­E Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Page E­3 of 4 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN 3.4 APPENDIX E Heavy Fuel Oils (HFO) Heavy fuel oils are carried by bulk carriers as fuel. Although highly variable in their composition, all HFOs are highly persistent and have high viscosities. They are prone to emulsify, after a short period of weathering. Viscosity is considerably increased by weathering. Emulsification may also result in a significant increase in the volume of the slick. 4.0 USING ADIOS TO PREDICT OIL BEHAVIOUR The “Automated Data Inquiry for Oil Spills (ADIOS)” program models the behaviour of oil under various conditions. The model requires the user to input:
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Oil budget, i.e. percentage or volume of oil lost and remaining at sea. Note: ADIOS provides for the volume of oil remaining at sea. For emulsified oils, the slick volume must be adjusted for water content: Slick Volume = Oil Volume (1­water content) E.g: If there is 10m 3 of oil remaining and the water content of the slick is 60% then there is 25m 3 of emulsion still at sea, i.e: Slick volume = 10 = 10 = 25m 3 (1­ 0.6) 0.4 Note: ADIOS does not model the behaviour of oils on shorelines.
NT OSCP­E Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Page E­4 of 4 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN APPENDIX MAINTAINING PREPAREDNESS F 1.0 MAINTAINING THE OSCP The NT MPC is responsible for:
Holding the Master Copy of the NT OSCP.
Ensuring that copies of the OSCP are distributed.
Distributing revised Pages, Sections or Appendices to all holders of controlled OSCP copies.
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Responsibility for maintaining the currency of the various OSCP Sections and Appendices is shown in Table F.1. Table F.1 Revision Schedule for the OSCP Section Title Responsible Person 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 App A App B App C App D App E App F App G Introduction Response Organisation Reporting and Activation Incident Control Planning Operations Marine Response Shoreline Response Waste Management Logistics Finance and Administration Terminating the Response Operating Procedures Equipment & Support Services Environmental Information Documentation Oil Character Maintaining Preparedness Contact Directory NT MPC (DLP Marine) Frequency of Review After any significant change to NT or National organisation NRETAS After each exercise or spill response. NT MPC (DLP Marine) Environmental Superintendent ESC (NRETAS) NT MPC (DLP Marine) Annual Annual Annual New oil type. Annual 6 months 2.0 TRAINING Training is essential if personnel are to act quickly, effectively and safely. Table F.2 shows the levels of training desirable for personnel nominated against the various IMT roles.
NT OSCP­F Amendment: 04 01/05/2012 Page F­1 of 3 NORTHERN TERRITORY OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN APPENDIX F Table F.2 Levels of Training for Nominated IMT Members Response Function and level Operators Course 2 Familiarisation Course 2 2 2 Training (1) ICS/AIIMS/IMT Field Management Exercise 2 1 Desk­Top exercise 1 1 1 Other Incident Controller Community Liaison Officer Incident Safety Officer (3) Environmental and Scientific Coordinator ESC Workshop Environment Coordinator 2 1 ESC Workshop Media Liaison Officer 2 1 Planning Officer 2 1 Planning Unit Coordinators 3 1 Operations Officer 2 2 3 1 1 Marine Coordinator 1 2 1 1 Marine Response Team 1 3 1 1 Shoreline Coordinator 2 1 1 2 Shoreline Shoreline Team Leaders Cleanup Course 3 1 1 Wildlife Coordinator 2 1 OH&S Coordinator 3 1 Logistics Officer 3 1 Waste Management Coordinator 3 1 Logistics Officer 2 1 Logistics Unit Coordinators (2) 3 1 Finance and Administration Officer 2 1 Finance and Admin Unit Coordinators 3 1 (1) Numbers refer to frequency of training, i.e. “1” indicates a suitable course once per year, “2” indicates a course every two years, 0.5 indicates a course/exercise twice a year. Course descriptions are provided in Section F.2.1. (2) Plus appropriate qualifications for task, e.g. radio operators license for Communications Coordinator and Medical Qualifications for Medical Coordinator
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22/01/2008 APPENDIX F Page F­3 of 3 NT OIL SPILL CONTINGENCY PLAN Updated – May 2012
CONTACT DIRECTORY 1.1 Spill Response Nominated Positions NAME Nicholas Papandonakis BUSINESS 8924 7598 24 HOURS 0401 116 097 MOBILE 0401 116 097 FAX 8924 7324 EMAIL [email protected] Nicholas Papandonakis 8924 7598 0401 116 097 0401 116 097 8924 7324 [email protected] Simon Saunders 8924 7453 0401 110 092 0401 110 092 8924 7009 [email protected] Jon Abbey 8924 7101 8924 7009 [email protected] Brad Thomson 8924 7103 Nigel Green 8924 4050 0401 118 331 0401 118 331 8924 4053 [email protected] Doug Robinson 8947 3794 0418 899 000 0418 899 000 8947 3874 [email protected] Chairman, NT State Committee NT Spill Commander Deputy NT Spill Commander Marine Pollution Co­ordinator Deputy Marine Pollution Co­ordinator Environment and Scientific Support Coordinator (ESC) AMSA Darwin 0408 896 937 8924 7009 [email protected] 1.2 NT Agencies 1.2.1 Bureau of Meteorology NAME Darwin Office Severe Weather Warnings Cyclone Warnings Coastal Water Satellite Aust. Region Pictures WA 1.2.2 Department of Resources (DOR) NAME Mines & Petroleum Office Management Director Petroleum Environmental Adviser BUSINESS 8920 3826 8920 3820 8920 3820 24 HOURS 8920 3826 8920 3820 1300 659 211 MOBILE FAX 8920 3802 EMAIL 1902 935 218 1902 935 214 1902 935 201 1902 935 204 BUSINESS 8999 5197 8999 6470 8999 6826 24 HOURS MOBILE FAX 8999 6527 EMAIL 8999 6527 8999 6527
NT MARINE OIL POLLUTION MANUAL Page 2 of 6 Berrimah Research Farm Darwin Office 8999 2133 8999 2043 1.2.3 Department of Lands and Planning, (DLP) Pollution Hotline 1800 064 567 Media Liaison Officer Martin Bennett 8924 7004 0400 301 761 0400 301 761 Ex Director Transport Sharon Noske 8924 7029 Director, Marine Safety Simon Saunders 8924 7453 0401 110 092 0401 110 092 Marine Pollution Jon Abbey 8924 7101 Co­ordinator Marine Pollution Marine Safety 8924 7100 Legislation 1.2.4 Department of Natural Resources, Environment, The Arts and Sport (NRETAS) Media Liaison Officer James Pratt 8999 4732 0401 112 943 Environment and Heritage Office 8924 4139 ESC Nigel Green 8924 4050 0401 118 331 0401 118 331 Parks and Wildlife Director Operations Graham Phelps 8999 4560 0401 111 710 Wildlife Rescue 8999 4536 Oiled Wildlife Ray Chatto 8999 4451 0401 110 205 Co­ordinator Kathryn Buckley 1.2.5 NT Emergency Service Assistant Director Peter Davis Headquarters NTES Duty Officer NT Fire and Rescue Service Headquarters Chief Fire Officer Director Greg Nettleton Director Alan Stephens 1.2.6 NT Police Headquarters 1.2.7 Aboriginal Areas Protection Authority Darwin Office 1.2.8 NT Work Safe Dep/Director NT WorkSafe Neil Watson 8922 3639 8922 3630 000 8922 3344 000 8924 7009 [email protected] 8999 8922 8924 4053 nigel.green@nt .gov.au 8999 4558 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] 8999 4793 8946 4123 8946 4123 8946 4123 8946 4123 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] 8922 3412 8981 4700 8999 5140 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] 8947 2162 8947 2162 8922 3344 040 889 6245 8946 4107 8946 4148 8946 4124 89464 148 8924 7044 8924 7200 8924 7009 8924 7009 0401 116 867 8981 4169 www.nt.gov.au/aapa 8999 5141 [email protected]
NT MARINE OIL POLLUTION MANUAL Page 3 of 6 Dangerous Goods Wayne Dries 1.2.9 Indigenous Lands/Heritage Northern Land Council 1.2.10 Royal Australian Navy Port Manager Darwin David Plummer Wharf Manager Trevor Wilcox 8999 5049 8920 5100 1800 645 299 8935 5420 8935 5496 8999 5141 [email protected] 8945 2633 www.nlc.org.au 0407 612 052 [email protected] 1.3 NT Ports 1.3.1 Darwin Operations Mgr/ ‘ Ian Niblock Harbourmaster Marine Pilot Alistair Logan Marine Pilot Ian Bennett 1.3.2 Groote Eylandt (GEMCO) Port Operations Peter Merritt Superintendent Harbourmaster/Pilot Kabir Vasnaik 1.3.3 Gove ­ Alcan Gove Area Manager Plant Services Port Captain Gate House 1.3.4 Bing Bong A/Marine Manager Admin Manager 8999 3867 0419 840 041 8941 2039 [email protected] 0419 840 041 0428 699 009 8941 2039 8942 0675 [email protected] [email protected] 8987 4251 0427 975 074 8987 4202 8987 4284 0428 893 039 8987 4202 8999 3867 8999 5330 Jim Watters 8987 5251 Rob Liley 8987 5417 0419 840 041 0419 840 041 0428 699 009 [email protected] 8987 5424 8987 8041 8987 5345 Mike O’Neill Wendy Franklin 8987 9850 8975 9850 8975 9617 AH : 89758 752 8975 9824 8975 9824 1.4 NT Oil Industry Mutual Aid Contacts BP Shell Mobil Ampol Offshore Darwin Darwin Darwin Darwin – Northern Fuel Distributors Woodside Energy Ltd Larry Neelands John Stennett 8946 8901 8936 1221 8981 5199 8981 9452 8980 2700 8922 1720 0410 479 479 0410 479 479 0419 343 750 0438 817 747 8946 8940 8941 1500 8981 6905 8981 9452 8980 2710 8922 1705
NT MARINE OIL POLLUTION MANUAL Page 4 of 6 VOPAK Australia Operations Manager – Northern Endeavour Darwin Terminal Manager Alan Oldfield Steve Roe 0893 486 691 0439 415 616 0893 485 311 8999 9100 0428 877 700 8999 9199 [email protected]@STGEMAG 1.5 Other NT Support Agencies/ Contacts 1.5.1 Air Services: Fixed Wing Air North Darwin Safety Officer Brian Ralph Air Ngukurr Pearl Aviation MAF (Nhulunbuy) Northern Air Charter Lone Eagle (WA) Lance Conley Laynhapuy Aviation (Nhulunbuy) 1.5.2 Air Services: Helicopters Bristow Helicopters Dwn Jayrow Helicopters Laynhapuy (Nhulunbuy) Lloyd Helicopter Group Albatross Helicopters Pty Ltd 1.5.3 Marine Services Tiwi Barge Perkins Shipping Darwin Darwin Tug and Line 1.5.4 Road Transport Ascot Haulage (NT) Tat Hong Rental Toll Express Darwin 1.5.5 Waste Contractors
Malcom Barnes Les Barolits Ray Cron 8920 4036 8945 2755 8920 6666 8987 2777 8945 5444 8945 2755 0418 951 568 8987 2600 0414 727 400 0417 952 611 0409 679 938 8987 3155 8945 4310 8945 0944 8987 3155 8945 3888 8945 3502 8988 5081 0419 769 202 8945 0944 8947 1118 8982 2000 8982 2040 8947 5122 8981 4588 8984 4922 8924 1333 8924 0700 89204095 8945 2731 8945 3668 8987 2432 8945 5977 [email protected] 8987 1455 [email protected] 0419 769 200 1800 807 458 0414 727 400 8945 4274 8945 1578 88987 1455 0417 189 613 8988 5083 0409 284 024 8947 0263 8941 0412 8941 2585 0418 890 130 8981 4574 04199 34710 8984 3732 8947 2240 8944 1060 8984 4442 [email protected] [email protected] NT MARINE OIL POLLUTION MANUAL Page 5 of 6 Darwin City Council Tony Scherer Trans Pacific Cleanaway 89300 629 8935 1111 Veolia Environmental Services Waste Oil Solutions Waste Solutions Collex Waste Management 8947 8947 8947 2772 8947 3388 8941 2688
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