Typical aspects that Our verifications cover:
Spill Prevention and Response:
Review spill prevention measures, containment systems, and response procedures in case of spills to sea.
Assess the availability, adequacy, and placement of spill kits around the rig as specified in the Shipboard Oil Pollution Emergency Plan (SOPEP) manual.
Examine the training and competency of personnel in spill response.
Emissions to Air:
Audit emissions monitoring systems to ensure compliance with air quality regulations.
Assess the maintenance of exhaust systems, flaring equipment, and emission control technologies.
Review procedures for minimizing emissions during operations.
Waste Management:
Evaluate waste management practices, including segregation, collection, storage, and disposal of various types of waste (solid waste, hazardous waste, sewage, etc.).
Verify adherence to governing procedures and regulations related to waste management.
Management Systems and Procedures:
Review the overall environmental management system in place, including policies, procedures, and protocols for environmental protection.
Assess the integration of environmental considerations into daily operations and decision-making processes.
Management Focus and Involvement:
Evaluate the level of management focus and involvement in environmental matters, including commitment to continuous improvement and sustainability.
Hose Management and Loading Operations:
Examine the use of hose registers and maintenance of loading hoses to prevent spills and ensure proper transfer of materials.
Review procedures for checking equipment exposed to spill overboard.
Drain Systems and Slip Joint Packers:
Assess the design and functionality of drain systems to prevent accidental releases to sea.
Examine the condition and maintenance of slip joint packers.
Chemical Use and Discharge:
Review the use, storage, handling, and disposal of chemicals, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and best practices.
Evaluate procedures for chemical discharge to sea, including proper documentation.
Oily Displacement Water Discharge:
Verify the handling and disposal of oily displacement water from drilling slop, ballast tanks and other sources.
SOPEP Manual Compliance:
Audit compliance with the requirements outlined in the SOPEP manual, including the placement of spill kits and readiness for oil pollution emergencies.
Waste Handling Stations and Segregation:
Assess the effectiveness of waste handling stations, including proper labeling, segregation, and storage of waste materials.
Training and Competence:
Review training programs to ensure personnel are adequately trained in environmental procedures, waste management, and spill response.
Reach out to VTC to discuss how you can ensure your operations and minimize the environmental footprint.
Typical aspects that Our verifications cover:
Spill Prevention and Response:
Review spill prevention measures, containment systems, and response procedures in case of spills to sea.
Assess the availability, adequacy, and placement of spill kits around the rig as specified in the Shipboard Oil Pollution Emergency Plan (SOPEP) manual.
Examine the training and competency of personnel in spill response.
Emissions to Air:
Audit emissions monitoring systems to ensure compliance with air quality regulations.
Assess the maintenance of exhaust systems, flaring equipment, and emission control technologies.
Review procedures for minimizing emissions during operations.
Waste Management:
Evaluate waste management practices, including segregation, collection, storage, and disposal of various types of waste (solid waste, hazardous waste, sewage, etc.).
Verify adherence to governing procedures and regulations related to waste management.
Management Systems and Procedures:
Review the overall environmental management system in place, including policies, procedures, and protocols for environmental protection.
Assess the integration of environmental considerations into daily operations and decision-making processes.
Management Focus and Involvement:
Evaluate the level of management focus and involvement in environmental matters, including commitment to continuous improvement and sustainability.
Hose Management and Loading Operations:
Examine the use of hose registers and maintenance of loading hoses to prevent spills and ensure proper transfer of materials.
Review procedures for checking equipment exposed to spill overboard.
Drain Systems and Slip Joint Packers:
Assess the design and functionality of drain systems to prevent accidental releases to sea.
Examine the condition and maintenance of slip joint packers.
Chemical Use and Discharge:
Review the use, storage, handling, and disposal of chemicals, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and best practices.
Evaluate procedures for chemical discharge to sea, including proper documentation.
Oily Displacement Water Discharge:
Verify the handling and disposal of oily displacement water from drilling slop, ballast tanks and other sources.
SOPEP Manual Compliance:
Audit compliance with the requirements outlined in the SOPEP manual, including the placement of spill kits and readiness for oil pollution emergencies.
Waste Handling Stations and Segregation:
Assess the effectiveness of waste handling stations, including proper labeling, segregation, and storage of waste materials.
Training and Competence:
Review training programs to ensure personnel are adequately trained in environmental procedures, waste management, and spill response.
Reach out to VTC to discuss how you can ensure your operations and minimize the environmental footprint.
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