This training session is "invite-only" and is intended only for responders within ECRC's training program.

0800 - 1600

All participants MUST have SDV-BS (MED A3) or higher to attend the training.

The goal of this exercise is to simulate a scenario‐based response to demonstrate that ECRC~SIMEC can, in accordance with planning standards, establish a management team and identify the resources needed to respond to a marine oil spill.

Responders will be required to demonstrate effective deployment and operation of all applicable oil spill response equipment, including, but not limited to:

Vessel operations (procedures, logbooks, dealing with emergencies, towing, maneuvering, navigation, etc.)
Equipment handling and use (boom, seaslug, pumps, power packs)
Safe Work Planning Cycle documentation (Responder Health & Safety, Job Safety Analysis, Field Level Risk Assessment, Guidance Documents, Tactical Operating Procedures)
Communications equipment

Appropriate work attire is required.

Work clothes - pants, work shirt (long-sleeve), work jacket
CSA approved safety boots
General purpose work gloves
Safety glasses
(Optional) hardhat*
(Optional) PFD or life jacket*
(Optional) Hearing protection*

*Hardhats, life jackets, and hearing protection will be provided on request when applicable.

Lunch will be provided by ECRC. Please notify us ahead of time with any dietary restrictions or food allergies.

Tier 1 - Exercise (operational deployment)