Chemical Use and Discharge

About the Course

Course Goal: To provide learners with an awareness of the environmental impacts associated with the use and discharge of chemicals offshore and the legislation and control measures that are in place to minimise the impact on the environment.

Target Audience: All offshore personnel

Learning Objectives

LO1 Explain the purpose of chemical use in the offshore Oil and Gas Industry
LO2 Give examples of the types of chemicals used in the offshore Oil and Gas Industry
LO3 Explain how chemicals can enter the environment
LO4 Give an overview of the potential environmental impacts of chemical use and discharge
LO5 Identify the legislative requirements governing the use of chemicals
LO6 Identify the type of chemical permit applications required for different operations
LO7 Identify the actions to take in the event of a chemical spill
LO8 Give examples of how to ensure compliance with legislative requirements
LO9 Explain good practice in relation to the storage of chemicals
LO10 Detail the different control measures that can be implemented to reduce potential environmental risk
LO11 Explain how to correctly dispose of chemicals after use
LO12 Describe the actions that can be taken to reduce environmental impact from chemical use and discharge