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*
(Optional) High-visibility outerwear*

*Hardhats, life jackets, hearing protection, and high-vis vests 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.

T3 - Exercise (Operational Deployment) Invite-Only