Clear technical guidance to the operators of marine and coastal facilities for the preparation of marine pollution contingency plans and for establishing and maintaining an effective response capability.

Flow chart showing the actions to be taken by ships when they receive a distress alert.

The National Plan principles are to protect the community, environment and maritime industries, give effect to international conventions and integrate with Australian emergency management arrangements.

Research into vegetable oil based biodiesels as a cleaning agent for heavy oil spills.

These standards have been compiled against the requirements of the STCW code and convention for the use of Medical Inspectors appointed by a flag Authority who are assessing an individual’s fitness to work at sea.