eLearning EnvironmentThe eLearning Environment has been created to facilitate the learning the of the standard operating procedures for maritime search and rescue operations that involve hazardous and noxious substances. It does not matter whether you are working as...
SOP 7: Decontamination PROCEDURES7.1 PreparationBefore executing the rescue operation in the Hazardous and Noxious Substances (HNS) incident, the basic requirements for the decontamination station should be ensured. The decontamination station should be located upwind...
SOP 6: Evacuation and emergency towingPROCEDURES6.1 Situation awarenessThe number of persons to be evacuated and the number of injured and/or affected casualties should be clarified in discussions with the master of the Distressed Vessel (DV). The current situation on...
SOP 5: Rescue operation on board the distressed vesselPROCEDURES5.1 Risk assessmentThe situation should be assessed and rescue possibilities considered based on the latest information from Distressed Vessel (DV) and Hazardous and Noxious Substances (HNS) experts. If...
SOP 4: BoardingPROCEDURES4.1 Risk assessment and occupational safetySafe procedures to evacuate rescue teams boarding the Distressed Vessel (DV) should be confirmed in case of an unexpected emergency situation. Consultation with the master of the DV should be...
SOP 3.1: Arrival to the scene of the incident (RCC)PROCEDURES3.1.1 Resources To ensure correct tasks and measures for the applicable units, find out about available resources as well as the capabilities of the Search and Rescue units (SRUs) on-scene. Information on...
